Venus Sea Fan [Gorgonia mariae]
Description
This species is found in the Caribbean Sea, Bahamas and Florida. It's characterized by a fan-like shape and a light yellow color. The species feeds on plankton and small particles in the water column. It prefers areas with moderate water currents.
Where To See Venus Sea Fan
No sighting locations recorded yet.
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 |
Sea Fans
Gorgonia
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