Errina [Errina]

Description

Errina is a genus of hydrozoan corals that are found in deep-sea habitats, known for their remarkable cup-shaped or cylindrical skeletons. These corals exhibit a rigid, tree-like structure with a porous surface, composed mainly of calcium carbonate. Errina species are adapted to life in cold, nutrient-rich waters at great depths, contributing to the biodiversity of deep-sea ecosystems. They are characterized by their slow growth rates and long lifespans, making them important indicators of environmental changes in marine habitats.

Species

Reticulated Cup Sponge [Errina antarctica]

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Mediterranean Errina [Errina dabneyi]

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North Atlantic Errina [Errina norvegica]

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Taxonomy