Anemone Coral [Goniopora tenuidens]
Description
Divers often notice this coral for its lively, anemone-like look—its many small polyps can give the colony a soft, feathery texture. In clear water, the polyps may extend and retract with the current, creating a gentle “breathing” effect that’s especially striking on reefs.
Where To See Anemone Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Porous & Boulder Corals (Stony Corals)
Poritidae
|
| Genus |
Daisy Coral
Goniopora
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