Heliofungia fralinae [Heliofungia fralinae]
Description
Divers may recognize this coral by its solitary, plate-like growth that can resemble a broad, sunlit disc—hence the “heli” theme. When polyps are active, the living surface can look more dynamic, with fine textures that shift as it feeds. It’s a rewarding find for divers who enjoy spotting individual corals rather than only reef structures.
Where To See Heliofungia fralinae
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Mushroom Corals
Fungiidae
|
| Genus |
Plate Coral
Heliofungia
|
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