Starflower Coral [Astreopora listeri]
Description
With its starry, flower-like surface pattern, Astreopora listeri is a favorite for reef walkers and close-up photographers. Divers typically see it as a textured colony where small openings and raised areas create a distinct, repeating design. In gentle current, the coral’s form can look especially dynamic as light and shadows shift over its surface.
Where To See Starflower Coral
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
|
| Order |
Hard Corals
Scleractinia
|
| Family |
Stony Corals (Acroporidae)
Acroporidae
|
| Genus |
Moon Coral
Astreopora
|
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