Hump Coral [Porites eridani]
Description
Divers often notice Porites eridani as rounded, lumpy mounds that form sturdy, reef-building structure. Up close, the coral’s surface can look like a patchwork of small, tightly packed polyps, giving it a textured, “bumpy” appearance. In good light, the colony’s color can range from muted browns to warmer tones, blending naturally with the surrounding reef.
Where To See Hump Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
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| Family |
Porous & Boulder Corals (Stony Corals)
Poritidae
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| Genus |
Finger Coral
Porites
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