Palythoa flavoviridis [Palythoa flavoviridis]
Description
This species is often noticed for its vivid coloration, ranging from yellow-green to olive tones, depending on conditions. Divers may see it as a spreading, textured layer on reef rock, with countless small polyps forming a “grainy” surface. When the colony is actively feeding, the polyps can become more noticeable against the background.
Where To See Palythoa flavoviridis
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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