Porites gaimardi [Porites gaimardi]
Description
Porites gaimardi often grows in rounded or encrusting forms, creating low, sturdy patches on the reef. Divers may notice a dense, fine texture and a muted palette—often tan, brown, or gray—depending on local conditions. Its presence contributes to the reef’s complexity, offering hiding spots for tiny fish and invertebrates.
Where To See Porites gaimardi
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Porous & Boulder Corals (Stony Corals)
Poritidae
|
| Genus |
Finger Coral
Porites
|
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