Brain Corals [Diploria]

Description

Diploria is a genus of reef-building stony corals known commonly as brain corals due to their grooved surface resembling the brain's folds. These corals are typically found in shallow Caribbean waters, forming colonies of hard, calcium carbonate skeletons. They contribute significantly to reef construction and provide habitat for a variety of marine organisms. Diploria species are characterized by their large, rounded colonies and the intricate maze-like pattern of valleys and ridges on their surfaces.

Species

Boulder brain coral [Colpophyllia natans]

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Grooved brain coral [Diploria labyrinthiformis]