Low Ridge Cactus Coral [Mycetophyllia lamarckiana]
Description
The Low Ridge Cactus Coral is endemic to the Caribbean Sea. This species prefers environments with low light and strong currents. One distinguishing feature of this species is the low, wide ridges that separate its polyps. These ridges give the coral a distinct, maze-like appearance. Its color varies from green to brown.
Taxonomy
| 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 |
Merulinidae
Merulinidae
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| Genus |
Mycetophyllia
Mycetophyllia
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