Palythoa cingulata [Palythoa cingulata]
Description
On reefs, Palythoa cingulata is usually seen as a tough, encrusting colony that can cover portions of rock or dead coral. Divers may observe a ringed or banded look to the polyp openings, creating a patterned surface that stands out when you get close.
Where To See Palythoa cingulata
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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