Balanophyllia (Balanophyllia) crassitheca [Balanophyllia (Balanophyllia) crassitheca]
Description
Divers may spot this stony coral as a low, solid-looking growth on rocks or hard substrates, often forming small clusters. Its surface can appear textured and compact, and when conditions are right it may show subtle polyp activity that adds a living, speckled look to the reef.
Where To See Balanophyllia (Balanophyllia) crassitheca
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Dendrophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Turret Coral
Balanophyllia
|
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