Pink Sun Coral [Tubastraea floreana]
Description
This species is non-photosynthetic and resides in deep waters, often in caves or under overhangs. It forms small colonies with tubular skeletal structures and is distinguished by its pink to red color.
Where To See Pink Sun Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Cup Corals
Dendrophylliidae
|
| Genus |
Branching Octopus Coral
Tubastraea
|
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