Eunicellid Corals [Eunicellidae]
Description
Eunicellid corals are famous for their branching, tree-like shapes that can create mini-habitats for small reef creatures. Divers often notice their feathery texture and the way polyps can extend, adding a soft, colorful “bloom” to the reef.
Genera
Horny Corals
Eunicella
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Octocorallians
Octocorallia
|
| Order |
Soft Corals (Malacalcyonacea)
Malacalcyonacea
|
Statistics
- Genera 1