Lettuce Coral [Agaricia agaricites]
Description
A hard coral species that is commonly found in the Caribbean Sea. It is known for its distinctive leaf-like structures that resemble lettuce, hence its common name. It typically grows in shallow reefs and prefers environments with moderate to high water movement. The color of this species ranges from brown to greenish-brown, depending on the depth and light availability.
Where To See Lettuce Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Lettuce & Lace Corals (Agariciidae)
Agariciidae
|
| Genus |
Leaf Coral
Agaricia
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