Palythoa argus [Palythoa argus]
Description
Palythoa argus is a striking encrusting species that can stand out with a patterned, speckled look—almost like a constellation across the rock. Divers may spot it in crevices or on sheltered reef areas where it can form dense patches. From a close distance, the colony’s many small openings and textured surface make it feel like a miniature city of living polyps.
Where To See Palythoa argus
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Colonial Anemones
Zoantharia
|
| Family |
Sphenopidae & Sunburst Corals
Sphenopidae
|
| Genus |
Pavement Coral
Palythoa
|
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