Pectinia africana [Pectinia africana]
Description
Pectinia africana is commonly recognized by its fan-like or plate-like growth with fine, combed-looking ridges. Divers may see it as a neat, patterned patch on the reef, sometimes with small variations in color depending on light and water conditions. Its structure provides a miniature landscape for tiny reef dwellers.
Where To See Pectinia africana
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Merulina & Sunken Ridge Corals
Merulinidae
|
| Genus |
Cabbage Coral
Pectinia
|
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