Black coral [Antipathes dichotoma]
Description
A species of black coral in the Antipathidae family. It is found in tropical and subtropical waters, from shallow waters to depths of over 300 meters. It is characterized by its tree-like structure, reaching up to 3 meters in height. It has a black skeleton covered with a thin layer of living tissue.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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| Order |
Black Corals
Antipatharia
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| Family |
Thorn Corals
Antipathidae
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| Genus |
Antipathes
Antipathes
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