Capnella [Capnella]
Description
Capnella is a genus of soft corals in the family Nephtheidae, commonly found in reef settings. These corals are known for their branching, tree-like structure and flexible stems. They are non-photosynthetic and feed on plankton and dissolved organic material. Capnella species play a role in the reef ecosystem as habitat for small marine organisms.
Species

Kenyan Tree Coral [Capnella gaboensis]
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Brown Tree Coral [Capnella imbricata]
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Bushy Soft Coral [Capnella spicata]
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Knobby Soft Coral [Capnella moluccensis]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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Order |
Soft Corals
Alcyonacea
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Family |
Nephtheidae
Nephtheidae
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Statistics
- Species 4