Pectinata Coral [Goniastrea pectinata]
Description
This species is found in the western Pacific Ocean. It forms massive colonies with corallites that have distinctive pectinate septa. The colonies are typically found in deeper water or shaded environments.
Where To See Pectinata Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Merulina & Sunken Ridge Corals
Merulinidae
|
| Genus |
Closed Brain Coral
Goniastrea
|
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