Eltaninae Caryophyllia [Caryophyllia (Caryophyllia) eltaninae]
Description
This species typically appears as compact colonies with closely packed polyps, giving the substrate a textured, pebbly look. Underwater, divers may notice subtle color variation—often creamy or light tones—especially in clear water where details stand out. It’s a great “look closer” coral, rewarding careful observation of the colony’s surface pattern.
Where To See Eltaninae Caryophyllia
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Caryophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Cupcorals
Caryophyllia
|
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