Pseudopterogorgia rubrotincta [Pseudopterogorgia rubrotincta]
Description
This gorgonian is often recognized by its warmer, reddish-tinged highlights that can show up on the branches or tips. Divers frequently see it perched on reef slopes or rocky substrates, where it creates a striking contrast against surrounding greens and browns. In moving water, the colony’s branches sway slightly, making it a rewarding subject for close-up reef photography.
Where To See Pseudopterogorgia rubrotincta
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Octocorallians
Octocorallia
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| Order |
Soft Corals (Malacalcyonacea)
Malacalcyonacea
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| Family |
Sea Fans
Gorgoniidae
|
| Genus |
Feather Gorgonian
Pseudopterogorgia
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