Spiny Soft Coral [Decathele spinosa]
Description
Decathele spinosa, known as the Spiny Soft Coral, is a species of marine soft coral found in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. It is characterized by its soft, spiny polyps and a wide range of colors, from pale pink to dark red. This species is found in a variety of habitats, including reefs, rocky bottoms, and seagrass beds. It is a nocturnal species, extending its polyps to feed on plankton during the night.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Trichobranchids
Trichobranchidae
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| Genus |
Decathele
Decathele
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