Poritidae [Poritidae]
Description
Poritidae includes corals known for their small polyps and massive, dome-shaped colonies. They are capable of withstanding a variety of environmental conditions, making them important contributors to the resilience and recovery of coral reefs. Porites, a notable genus within this family, is widely studied for its growth patterns and environmental adaptations.
Genera
Alveopora [Alveopora]
View DetailsGoniopora [Goniopora]
View DetailsPorites [Porites]
View DetailsStylaraea [Stylaraea]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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Order |
Stony Corals
Scleractinia
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Statistics
- Genera 4