Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) marmorea [Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) marmorea]
Description
Caryophyllia marmorea is known for its attractive, marble-like appearance—often with mottled colors and a sculpted surface. Divers commonly find it perched on rocky bottoms, where its polyps may extend to capture food particles drifting in the water.
Where To See Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) marmorea
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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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