Palythoa durbanensis [Palythoa durbanensis]
Description
Divers often spot this species as a low, encrusting patch on rocks or reef surfaces. It can look like a rough, mottled carpet, with tiny openings where the polyps extend to feed. In clear water, you may notice subtle texture changes as the polyps sway slightly with currents.
Where To See Palythoa durbanensis
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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