Australian Cup Coral [Ceratotrochus australis]
Description
This species is found in the western Pacific Ocean, particularly around Australia. It is a solitary species, living in both shallow and deep waters. The coral has a greenish-brown color and is characterized by its large, circular polyps.
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 |
Caryophylliidae
Caryophylliidae
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| Genus |
Ceratotrochus
Ceratotrochus
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