Massive Starlet Coral [Siderastrea]

Description

Siderastrea is a genus of reef-building stony corals, commonly known as massive starlet corals. These corals are characterized by their massive, spherical, or encrusting colonies. They possess small, circular calices and a smooth surface. The corals of this genus are commonly found in shallow waters of the Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. They are adaptable to a variety of light conditions, contributing significantly to reef construction and calcium carbonate deposition in their ecosystems.

Species

Massive Starlet Coral [Siderastrea siderea]

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