Palythoa dartevellei [Palythoa dartevellei]
Description
This palythoa forms tough, spreading colonies that cling to hard substrates, sometimes covering parts of the reef like a thin layer. Under good light, the colony’s surface texture and small polyp openings stand out, especially when the polyps are extended. It’s a common sight for divers exploring crevices and sheltered reef areas.
Where To See Palythoa dartevellei
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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