Dendrophyllia romanoae [Dendrophyllia romanoae]
Description
Dendrophyllia romanoae is a branching coral that can stand out against rocky or sandy bottoms with its structured, “tree-like” form. Divers often appreciate the contrast between the coral’s branches and the surrounding habitat, with polyps giving the colony a detailed, patterned surface.
Where To See Dendrophyllia romanoae
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Dendrophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Turret Coral
Dendrophyllia
|
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