Caryophyllia jogashimaensis [Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) jogashimaensis]
Description
Underwater, this species is usually seen as compact cups or small colonies attached to stable rock or reef framework. Divers may find it in sheltered areas where the water movement is gentle enough for the coral to maintain its form and feeding posture.
Where To See Caryophyllia jogashimaensis
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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