Caryophyllia antarctica [Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) antarctica]
Description
In colder waters, this Caryophyllia species can appear as small, robust colonies attached to hard bottoms. Divers may see it as a patchwork of individual coral heads, often in areas with steady currents that bring food particles within reach.
Where To See Caryophyllia antarctica
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Caryophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Cupcorals
Caryophyllia
|
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