Orange Leptoseris [Leptoseris foliosa]
Description
Leptoseris foliosa, known as Orange Leptoseris, is a coral species found in the Western Pacific. It grows in deep waters with low light conditions. The colonies are thin and form flat, leaf-like plates. It is recognized by its orange color, which is unusual for corals of the genus Leptoseris.
Where To See Orange Leptoseris
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Lettuce & Lace Corals (Agariciidae)
Agariciidae
|
| Genus |
Leaf Coral
Leptoseris
|
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