Giant Sun Polyp [Palythoa grandis]
Description
This large zoanthid species is found on reefs in the western Pacific Ocean. Its polyps can reach up to 50mm in diameter. The color of these polyps varies from brown to green, and they often have yellowish or white centers.
Where To See Giant Sun Polyp
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Colonial Anemones
Zoantharia
|
| Family |
Sphenopidae & Sunburst Corals
Sphenopidae
|
| Genus |
Pavement Coral
Palythoa
|
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