Hump Coral [Porites desilveri]
Description
Divers may encounter this hump coral as rounded mounds with a relatively solid, reef-building presence. When you swim alongside it, the surface can appear finely textured, with small openings and subtle patterning that reflect how the coral grows. It often serves as a stable “home base” for small invertebrates and reef fish that use the structure for cover.
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
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| Genus |
Finger Coral
Porites
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