Yellow Tree Coral [Dendrophyllia cornigera]
Description
Divers often spot this coral as branching, tree-like growths that can glow in warm yellow tones. In clear water, the branches look sturdy and textured, and the polyps may be visible as small bumps along the surfaces. It’s a great example of how reef builders can form “mini forests” for small reef life.
Where To See Yellow Tree Coral
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Dendrophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Turret Coral
Dendrophyllia
|
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