Hump Coral [Porites cumulatus]
Description
Porites cumulatus builds up into stacked, mound-like growths that resemble little heaps or domes. Underwater, its compact structure creates nooks and shaded surfaces where tiny organisms cling and where curious fish may hover close by.
Where To See Hump Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| 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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