Disc Coral [Turbinaria heronensis]
Description
Divers often spot this disc coral as low, plate-like colonies with a distinct, bumpy surface. In clear water, the coral’s texture catches the light, making it stand out against sand or rubble bottoms. Depending on conditions, it may look more compact or slightly flared as it grows.
Where To See Disc Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Dendrophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Cup Coral
Turbinaria
|