Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) horologium [Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) horologium]
Description
Divers often recognize this coral by its neat, patterned surface—polyps sit in a way that can look orderly and geometric from above. When conditions are calm and visibility is good, the living tissue and polyp mouths stand out against the coral’s textured skeleton.
Where To See Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) horologium
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Caryophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Cupcorals
Caryophyllia
|
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