Palythoa chlorostoma [Palythoa chlorostoma]
Description
This palythoa typically appears as a spreading mat or crust with many small polyps. Under good light, divers may notice the openings of the polyps and a slightly vivid look compared with surrounding substrate, giving it a lively, speckled texture.
Where To See Palythoa chlorostoma
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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