Acropora exquisita [Acropora exquisita]
Description
Acropora exquisita is a striking branching coral that can form intricate, high-relief shapes—perfect for divers who like to study reef architecture. From a distance it may look like a delicate sculpture, while close up you can see the fine structure that supports tiny reef organisms. Divers often find it in areas with good light and water flow, where the colony’s form and color really pop.
Where To See Acropora exquisita
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Stony Corals (Acroporidae)
Acroporidae
|
| Genus |
Antler Coral
Acropora
|
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