Leaf Coral [Pavona xarifae]
Description
Pavona xarifae can appear as thin, leaf-shaped growths that spread across the reef in soft, irregular sheets. Divers frequently find it in sheltered areas where it can hold its delicate form, and its surface texture becomes especially visible during slow swims and close-up looks.
Where To See Leaf Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Lettuce & Lace Corals (Agariciidae)
Agariciidae
|
| Genus |
Cactus Coral
Pavona
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