Tropidocyathus [Tropidocyathus]

Description

Tropidocyathus is a genus of solitary corals that are found in deep and cold waters. These corals have a simple, yet robust structure with a distinct skeletal formation. They play a role in the marine ecosystems by providing habitat for various species in the deep-sea environments.

Species
Tropical Cup Coral
Tropical Cup Coral [Tropidocyathus australensis]
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Caribbean Cup Coral
Caribbean Cup Coral [Tropidocyathus caribbaeus]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
Class Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
Order Stony Corals
Scleractinia
Family Caryophylliidae
Caryophylliidae
Statistics
  • Species 2