divepix - Elkhorn Coral

Elkhorn Coral

Aspect:	As its names implies, each branch is reminiscent of the horn of an elk, however the entire coral more resembles a huge chanterelle mushroom, even sharing its similar yellow to orange colour.
Population:	Common.
Notable feature:	Its upper/internal suface bearing the coralite is a harder structure than one would at first expect. Periperal coralites tend to be lighter coloured and even white (see detailed images)
Environment:	Always appears to grow on a seemingly commanding position atop of a boulder or a rock in well swept areas, close to the surface..
Behaviour:	-