Palythoa densa [Palythoa densa]
Description
Palythoa densa typically appears as a dense, encrusting growth that can blanket rock or coral rubble. Divers may see a tightly packed pattern of polyp mouths on the colony’s surface, creating a “bumpy” look. When conditions are right, the polyps can extend slightly, adding movement to an otherwise still patch of reef.
Where To See Palythoa densa
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Colonial Anemones
Zoantharia
|
| Family |
Sphenopidae & Sunburst Corals
Sphenopidae
|
| Genus |
Pavement Coral
Palythoa
|
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