Stylaraea [Stylaraea]
Description
Stylaraea is a lesser-known genus within the family Poritidae, with a limited distribution and specific habitat requirements. This genus is characterized by its unique growth form that resembles small, delicate branches or twigs. Stylaraea corals are found in shallow water environments where they contribute to the biodiversity and structural complexity of coral reefs. Due to their rarity and specific ecological niche, little is known about their biology and ecology compared to other genera within the Poritidae family.
Species

Punctate stylaraea [Stylaraea punctata]
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Atlantic stylaraea [Stylaraea atlantica]
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Deep-sea stylaraea [Stylaraea profundal]
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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 |
Poritidae
Poritidae
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Statistics
- Species 3