Curved black coral [Trissopathes tristicha]
Description
The curved black coral is a species that resides in deeper oceanic waters. They are characterized by a dark skeletal structure which is often curved or bent, hence the name. The colonies of these species are usually found in areas with strong currents and hard substrates. The corals usually inhabit the upper bathyal zone and are known for their unique, curved branching pattern.
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 |
Wire Corals
Cladopathidae
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| Genus |
Trissopathes
Trissopathes
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