Blue Xenia [Cespitularia coerulea]
Description
Also known as Blue Cespitularia, this species is a type of soft coral that originates from the Red Sea and Indo-Pacific region. It is characterized by its distinct blue color and its polyps, which extend throughout the day and night. The Blue Xenia prefers moderate to strong water flow and low to moderate lighting conditions. They are colonial, with polyps that branch out from a slim, elongated stalk.
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 |
Xeniidae
Xeniidae
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| Genus |
Cespitularia
Cespitularia
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