Sun Coral (Orange) [Tubastraea ramosa]
Description
Sun Coral is a striking, brightly colored coral that can form branching clumps or thick mounds. Underwater, it often stands out in warm, sunny spots—especially on walls and wrecks—where divers may see its vivid orange tones glowing against darker backgrounds.
Where To See Sun Coral (Orange)
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Dendrophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Branching Octopus Coral
Tubastraea
|
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