Palythoa guinensis [Palythoa guinensis]
Description
Divers may encounter this species as a spreading, mat-like colony that covers hard substrate in irregular patches. The polyps can give the surface a speckled or pebbly appearance, and the colony’s growth can make it stand out as a “living layer” on the reef.
Where To See Palythoa guinensis
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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