Skeleton Cup Coral [Solenosmilia]
Description
Solenosmilia is a genus of colonial, deep-sea corals that form complex, skeletal matrices resembling honeycombs. These corals are found in cold-water regions throughout the world's oceans, often at great depths. They provide critical habitat for deep-sea fauna, including a variety of fish and invertebrates. Solenosmilia's intricate skeletal structures contribute significantly to the biodiversity and structural complexity of deep-sea ecosystems.
Species

Skeleton Cup Coral [Phyllangia americana mouchezii]
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Mediterranean Cup Coral [Phyllangia americana americana]
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