Ceratotrochus [Ceratotrochus]

Description

Ceratotrochus is a genus of solitary, deep-water corals. These corals exhibit a unique horn-shaped appearance with a calcareous skeleton. They are mostly found in cold-water habitats and contribute to the biodiversity of marine ecosystems in these regions.

Species
Australian Cup Coral
Australian Cup Coral [Ceratotrochus australis]
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Red Cup Coral
Red Cup Coral [Ceratotrochus rubrum]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
Class Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
Order Stony Corals
Scleractinia
Family Caryophylliidae
Caryophylliidae
Statistics
  • Species 2