The Unabridged Coral Identification Guide for Reef Keepers | Visual Taxonomy Reference

A museum-grade reef reference built for real reef keepers.

The Unabridged Coral Identification Guide for Reef Keepers is a laboratory-accurate, museum-grade visual taxonomy reference designed by marine scientist Christina Rene Duncan. Featuring 650+ individually cataloged coral specimens, this guide presents corals organized by current, accepted taxonomic classification across major families, orders, and genera. It is designed as a permanent visual reference for education, study, and serious reef keeping—not a simplified chart or decorative poster.

Why This Guide Matters

• Comprehensive scope – over 650 coral specimens documented and organized using modern coral taxonomy
• Scientific accuracy – imaged with a Nikon D850 and 105mm macro lens to preserve morphological detail critical for identification
• Reference-first design – structured for fast, accurate visual comparison rather than casual browsing

Perfect For

• Reef Keepers seeking a serious coral identification reference
• Educators, marine laboratories, and STEM learning environments
• Offices, fish rooms, frag spaces, and controlled indoor settings
• Collectors and coral photographers working with classification and form

Display Details

• One (1) archival-quality, museum-grade fine art print
• Available sizes:
  • 27 inches wide × 72 inches tall (vertical reference format)
  • 48 inches wide × 48 inches tall (square display format)
• High-resolution print with protective finish
• Designed for indoor display
• No frame included; the print may be mounted or framed to suit the display environment

Unlike hobbyist coral charts or selective visual guides, this work reflects the full scope of modern coral taxonomy as a unified system, making it suitable for long-term reference rather than short-term lookup.

Shipping & Fulfillment

U.S. & Canada
Printed and shipped directly from our professional print partner.
Most orders ship within 3 business days and tracking is provided automatically.

International Orders
Printed and shipped directly by us.
Orders typically ship within 8 business days due to international handling.

Preview images are intentionally reduced in clarity to protect the integrity of the reference. Full visual resolution is available only in the printed guide.

Corals by Christina™ presents the Reef Keepers Taxonomy Guide — a science-driven, art-forward visual reference created for those who demand accuracy, clarity, and taxonomic integrity in coral identification.

Wholesale & Institutional Purchasing

This guide is available for approved wholesale and institutional partners in both available formats.

While this edition is titled Reef Keepers, it represents the same complete, scientifically accurate coral taxonomy system and may be appropriate for certain professional or institutional environments.

Wholesale purchasing may be appropriate for:

• Retail aquarium stores and specialty reef shops

• Professional coral growers and aquaculture facilities

• Private marine laboratories or research offices

• Educational or museum environments seeking a reef-focused reference rather than a classroom-specific teaching tool

Important note for institutions:
Organizations whose primary use case is formal instruction, curriculum alignment, or classroom-based learning may prefer the Education Edition, which is specifically designed for academic and instructional environments.

The Reef Keepers Edition is most often selected by institutions for:

• Staff reference areas

• Back-of-house or non-public spaces

• Reef-focused exhibits or working collections

• Offices, labs, and research-adjacent environments

Wholesale program details:

• Available in both 27″ × 72″ and 48″ × 48″ formats

• Tiered pricing based on quantity and format

• Designed for professional resale or institutional display

• Drop shipping available for select partners

Wholesale access requires approval. Verification may be requested.