Platygyra [Platygyra]
Description
Platygyra corals are known for their maze-like patterns formed by the winding valleys between their corallites. These hardy corals form large, massive colonies that are a common sight on Indo-Pacific reefs. Platygyra species are important for their role in reef construction and their ability to withstand a variety of environmental conditions.
Species

Lesser Valley Coral [Platygyra lamellina]
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Small Groove Coral [Platygyra sinensis]
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Contorted Brain Coral [Platygyra contorta]
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Maze Brain Coral [Platygyra carnosus]
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 4