Common name: Mussidae

The Mussidae family, commonly known as Brain Corals, includes a variety of species popular in reef aquariums for their distinctive, maze-like patterns. These corals are known for their hardy nature and ability to adapt to different light and flow conditions, making them suitable for both novice and experienced aquarists. They host symbiotic zooxanthellae, which provide them with nutrients through photosynthesis. It's important to provide ample space as some species can inflate, extending their sweeper tentacles at night to defend their territory.

1. 
   Common name: Starry Cup Coral

   Scientific name: Acanthastrea echinata
2. Common name: Acan Coral

   Scientific name: Acanthastrea hemprichii
3. 
   Common name: Branched cup coral

   Scientific name: Blastomussa merleti
4. 
   Common name: Branched cup coral

   Scientific name: Blastomussa wellsi
5. 
   Common name: Button Coral

   Scientific name: Cynarina lacrymalis
6. 
   Common name: Brain coral

   Scientific name: Lobophyllia corymbosa
7. 
   Common name: Lobed cactus coral

   Scientific name: Lobophyllia flabelliformis
8. 
   Common name: Lobed cactus coral

   Scientific name: Lobophyllia hataii
9. 
   Common name: large flower coral

   Scientific name: Mussa angulosa
10. 
    Common name: Scolymia australis

    Scientific name: Scolymia australis
11. 
    Common name: Scolymia vitiensis

    Scientific name: Scolymia vitiensis
12. 
    Common name: Sinuous cup coral

    Scientific name: Symphyllia agaricia
13. 
    Common name: Sinuous cup coral

    Scientific name: Symphyllia radians
14. 
    Common name: Sinuous cup coral

    Scientific name: Symphyllia recta