Porcelain Coral [Leptoseris troglodyta]
Description
Leptoseris troglodyta is a porcelain coral that often grows in sheltered spots, where its textured, delicate surface becomes visible as you swim closer. Divers may notice its intricate, fine ridges and the way it blends into rocky reef faces—an excellent species for slow, careful observation.
Where To See Porcelain Coral
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Lettuce & Lace Corals (Agariciidae)
Agariciidae
|
| Genus |
Leaf Coral
Leptoseris
|
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