Caribbean Cup Coral [Tropidocyathus caribbaeus]
Description
Tropidocyathus caribbaeus, more commonly known as the Caribbean Cup Coral, is a solitary species of coral endemic to the Caribbean Sea. Its calcareous skeleton has an oval shape with many septa. This species is often observed in a range of colors, including orange, yellow, and brown. It prefers residing in dark, rocky environments, often found on vertical walls or caves.
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 |
Tropidocyathus
Tropidocyathus
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