Anemone Coral [Goniopora fruticosa]
Description
This species is a favorite for divers who enjoy “garden-like” coral shapes. Goniopora fruticosa forms colonies with numerous polyps that extend from the surface, giving it a soft, waving appearance as currents move through the reef.
Where To See Anemone Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Porous & Boulder Corals (Stony Corals)
Poritidae
|
| Genus |
Daisy Coral
Goniopora
|