Is this a WYSIWYG coral and will I receive the exact coral shown?

Yes. This listing is WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get). You will receive the exact coral shown in the photos for TIA Blue Whale Tenius (cut to order).

How much is shipping?

Tri-State (NY, NJ, CT): $25 flat rate. All other states (excluding AK, HI, and offshore territories): $49. Free shipping on orders over $299.

What days do you ship?

We ship Monday through Wednesday for next-day arrival Tuesday through Thursday.

What is your DOA policy?

Corals are guaranteed alive on arrival only. Clear photo or video proof is required within 3 days (72 hours) of delivery and must be emailed to tiacollectioncorals@gmail.com. Bags/containers MUST remain sealed in photos/videos to verify arrival condition. We DO NOT cover DOA caused by carrier delays, misdelivery, missed delivery, courier handling issues, or weather conditions. Once the shipment is tendered to the carrier, transit risk due to weather or carrier performance is assumed by the buyer. If delivery is missed, delayed, or rerouted by the carrier, the DOA guarantee is void. Corals dislodged from plugs during shipping is normal and not considered DOA. Place corals into your system as soon as possible for best survival. All live coral sales are FINAL.

How should I acclimate coral after delivery?

Open the box promptly, inspect coral health, and float sealed bags to match temperature before introducing livestock. Use clean reef water for placement, avoid sudden salinity or temperature swings, and keep moderate flow and stable lighting during initial recovery.

What water parameters are recommended for long-term coral stability?

Maintain stable salinity, temperature, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, and nutrient levels with minimal daily swings. Test consistently, avoid abrupt corrections, and match placement and flow to coral type (SPS, LPS, or soft coral) for best color and growth.

What placement and flow are best for SPS corals like this one?

SPS corals generally perform best in stable systems with stronger, turbulent flow and higher light zones. Start with conservative placement, verify polyp response, and adjust gradually to avoid stress from sudden parameter or light swings.

Do you offer refunds or returns?

All live coral sales are FINAL. Shipping fees are non-refundable under all circumstances. Replacement shipping costs are non-refundable. Orders affected by carrier delay, weather conditions, or Acts of God are not eligible for refunds or replacements.

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Coral Type: SPS

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TIA Blue Whale Tenius (cut to order)

$199.99 USD

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About the Coral Image
Photos show the mother colony this frag is cut from. Color may vary under different lighting. Photos taken under Actinic Radion Mobius (100% UV, 100% Violet, 100% Royal, 20% Blue) using Canon 90D + EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro.

Approx. Size
Size: 1"+

A Word of the Coral
TIA Blue Whale Acropora takes its name from the largest animal on Earth — fitting, because it's also the largest colony I've personally grown in my system. It started as a small piece years ago and has grown into a mass now bigger than a basketball. Its coloration has kept evolving as the colony matured, shifting subtly year over year. Watching it reach this scale while holding its color and vitality has been one of the most rewarding things I've experienced in this hobby.

Quick Specs
Type: SPS / Acropora sp.
TIA Lineage: TIA Blue Whale Acropora
Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced — recommended for aquarists experienced with SPS husbandry
Lighting: Moderate to High (PAR 250–400) — strong blue-spectrum light enhances coloration
Flow: Moderate to Strong — random/turbulent circulation preferred
Placement: Upper half of a mature reef, where stable parameters and strong light support SPS growth
Coloration: Pink base with blue polyps; colors pop most under blue-heavy light
Growth: Fast, robust grower — the largest colony grown in our system, now larger than a basketball
Reef Compatibility: Reef safe
Frag: Cut from established mother colony grown in TIA's legacy display, healed and encrusting before shipping
Listing Type: Cut to Order

Recommended Parameters
Temperature: 76–79°F
Salinity: 1.025–1.026
Alkalinity: 8–9 dKH
Calcium: 400–450 ppm
Magnesium: 1300–1400 ppm

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Coral Quick Facts

Type: SPS
Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Light: High
PAR Guidance: PAR 220-400
Flow Style: Strong, turbulent
Placement Zone: Upper rockwork in mature, stable systems
Behavior: Fast skeletal growth and high competition for space.
Compatibility: Keep distance from LPS sweepers and encroaching colonies.
Feeding: Mostly photosynthetic; occasional amino/coral food can support color.

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