Scroll Corals [Enallopsammia]
Description
Enallopsammia is a genus of deep-sea, azooxanthellate stony corals. They are known for their large, intricate skeletal structures that often resemble scrolls or spirals. These corals are typically found on steep slopes or in canyons in the deep ocean, where they form habitats for a variety of marine life. Enallopsammia species play a crucial role in the ecology of deep-sea environments by providing structure and habitat.
Species

Turban Scroll Coral [Turbinaria reniformis]
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Vase Coral [Turbinaria mesenterina]
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 |
Dendrophylliidae
Dendrophylliidae
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Statistics
- Species 2