Crust Coral [Leptastrea aequalis]
Description
Leptastrea aequalis grows as a crust, spreading over rock or hard substrate in tight, patchy sheets. Divers may see it as a low, encrusting layer with fine surface detail—often blending into the reef until you get close enough to notice the tiny coral texture.
Where To See Crust Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Leptastrea Corals (Small Massive Corals)
Leptastreidae
|
| Genus |
Crust Coral
Leptastrea
|