Palauastrea [Palauastrea]
Description
Palauastrea is a genus within the Astrocoeniidae family, known for its small, encrusting to massive colonies. The genus is distinguished by its tightly packed corallites that give the surface a finely textured appearance. These corals are predominantly found in the Indo-Pacific region, thriving in a range of environments from shallow to moderately deep reef systems. Palauastrea corals play a role in the biodiversity and structure of coral reef ecosystems, providing habitat and shelter for various marine species.
Species

Yabe's Pillar Coral [Palauastrea yabei]
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Reticulated Pillar Coral [Palauastrea ramosa]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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Order |
Stony Corals
Scleractinia
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Family |
Astrocoeniidae
Astrocoeniidae
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Statistics
- Species 2