Twelve Tentacle Coral [Alveopora daedalea]
Description
Alveopora daedalea, also known as Twelve Tentacle Coral, is a species of marine invertebrate found in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in lagoons and turbid water environments. The species is colonial with small polyps and is distinguished by its 12 tentacle-like features on each polyp.
Where To See Twelve Tentacle Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Stony Corals (Acroporidae)
Acroporidae
|
| Genus |
Daisy Coral
Alveopora
|
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