Hood Coral [Stylophora pistillata]
Description
Often encountered on Indo-Pacific reefs, this hood coral grows as sturdy branches with rounded tips that can look like a series of small caps. Divers frequently observe it as part of a reef’s “coral garden,” where its structure adds complexity and shelter for tiny reef organisms.
Where To See Hood Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Pocillopora & Cauliflower Corals
Pocilloporidae
|
| Genus |
Birdnest Coral
Stylophora
|