Merulina [Merulina]
Description
Merulina corals are known for their unique, leaf-like or laminar colonies that can appear ruffled or folded. These corals are found in the Indo-Pacific, where they inhabit a variety of reef zones. Merulina species are important for their contribution to the biodiversity and structural complexity of the reefs.
Species
Scrolled Coral [Merulina scabricula]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
|
| Order |
Stony Corals
Scleractinia
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| Family |
Merulinidae
Merulinidae
|
Statistics
- Species 1