Leaf Coral [Pavona explanulata]
Description
Pavona explanulata is typically seen as flatter, more spread-out leaf plates compared with some other Pavona species. Divers may find it carpeting portions of the reef, where the coral’s thin growth forms a gentle, undulating texture. Because it often sits in sheltered reef areas, it can be a quiet but striking habitat for small reef life.
Where To See Leaf Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
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| Family |
Lettuce & Lace Corals (Agariciidae)
Agariciidae
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| Genus |
Cactus Coral
Pavona
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