Cirrhipathes [Cirrhipathes]

Description

Cirrhipathes is a genus within the family Antipathidae, comprising species that are commonly found in deeper marine waters. These corals exhibit a distinctive whip-like or spiraled growth form, often extending several meters in length. Their structure is supported by a flexible, central axis, and they are characterized by the presence of small, lateral branches or cirri. Cirrhipathes species are important components of their ecosystems, offering habitat and protection for various marine organisms.

Species

Coiled Black Coral [Cirrhipathes cfr. contorta]

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Stiff Black Coral [Cirrhipathes leutkeni]

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Twisted Black Coral [Cirrhipathes cf. tortuosa]

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Taxonomy