Palythoa gregorii [Palythoa gregorii]
Description
This species often shows up as an encrusting colony that blends into the reef, especially on rocky outcrops and sheltered surfaces. Divers may spot it by its textured surface and the small openings where polyps reside—features that become more noticeable when the colony responds to passing water.
Where To See Palythoa gregorii
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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