Coiled Black Coral [Cirrhipathes cfr. contorta]
Description
This is a deep-sea coral species that forms coiled, wiry colonies. It is black in color and is often found on vertical walls or overhangs. It provides vital habitats for various deep-sea organisms.
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 |
Cirrhipathes
Cirrhipathes
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