Spiny Mushroom Coral [Herpolitha]
Description
Herpolitha is a genus known for its elongated, tongue-like appearance, with species often referred to as 'tongue corals' or 'spiny mushroom corals'. These corals are solitary and can grow quite large, found sprawling across the sea floor. They possess a unique ability to inflate and deflate their bodies to aid in feeding and respiration.
Species

Sponge Coral [Pseudosiderastrea tayamai]
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Brown Star Coral [Pseudosiderastrea browni]
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 |
Fungiidae
Fungiidae
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Statistics
- Species 2