Parasimplastrea [Parasimplastrea]
Description
Parasimplastrea includes species that are notable for their compact, encrusting colonies and small, uniform corallites. These corals are found in the Indo-Pacific, particularly in areas with strong water movement. Parasimplastrea species contribute to the stabilization and growth of coral reefs by encrusting over various substrates.
Species

Simple Coral [Parasimplastrea sheppardi]
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 |
Merulinidae
Merulinidae
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Statistics
- Species 1