Hump Coral [Porites australiensis]
Description
Porites australiensis typically forms sturdy, dome-shaped colonies that can dominate reef flats and slopes. Underwater, divers may notice the coral’s compact texture and subtle color variations, along with small crustaceans and reef dwellers using the surface for shelter.
Where To See Hump Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
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| Family |
Porous & Boulder Corals (Stony Corals)
Poritidae
|
| Genus |
Finger Coral
Porites
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