Yellow Sea Fan [Eunicella cavolini]
Description
Eunicella cavolini, also known as the Yellow Sea Fan, is a species of gorgonian coral characterized by its bright yellow color and its fan-shaped growth pattern. This species is primarily found in the Mediterranean Sea, where it resides in areas with strong currents that bring a continuous supply of plankton. The Yellow Sea Fan is notable for its ability to regenerate lost branches, a trait that helps it withstand damage from storms and other disturbances. It is a filter feeder that uses its polyps to capture food particles from the water column.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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| Order |
Soft Corals
Alcyonacea
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| Family |
Gorgoniidae
Gorgoniidae
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| Genus |
Broad Sea Fans
Pacifigorgia
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