Acropora filiformis [Acropora filiformis]
Description
As its name suggests, this coral grows in thin, thread-like branches that can resemble a delicate net or fringe. Divers see it as a fine-textured coral that adds movement to the reef when currents gently sway the branches. It’s a great spot for spotting small fish that weave in and out of the coral framework.
Where To See Acropora filiformis
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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