Spine Coral [Hydnophora grandis]
Description
Divers often notice Hydnophora grandis by its bold, bumpy growth and the way its surface looks bristled with short spines. In clear water, the coral’s texture stands out against the reef, and its sturdy form can create small pockets of shelter for tiny reef fish and invertebrates.
Where To See Spine Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
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| Family |
Merulina & Sunken Ridge Corals
Merulinidae
|
| Genus |
Branch Coral
Hydnophora
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