Acropora carduus [Acropora carduus]
Description
Acropora carduus typically appears as compact, branching growth that can create a dense, textured patch on the reef. Divers may see it hosting tiny invertebrates and providing shelter for juvenile fish, especially in areas with steady current. Its branching form makes it a striking visual highlight, especially when sunlight catches the tips.
Where To See Acropora carduus
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Stony Corals (Acroporidae)
Acroporidae
|
| Genus |
Antler Coral
Acropora
|
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