Gorgonia reticulum [Gorgonia reticulum]
Description
Divers often spot this gorgonian as a delicate, branching sea fan that can look like a lacework of fine ribs. It typically grows in sheltered reef areas where currents bring food, and you may notice its textured surface catching the light as you pass.
Where To See Gorgonia reticulum
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Octocorallians
Octocorallia
|
| Order |
Soft Corals (Malacalcyonacea)
Malacalcyonacea
|
| Family |
Sea Fans
Gorgoniidae
|
| Genus |
Sea Fans
Gorgonia
|
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