Daisy Coral [Alveopora allingi]
Description
Alveopora allingi, commonly known as Daisy Coral, is a species of marine invertebrate in the Alveopora genus. They are typically found in the tropical Indo-Pacific region. These corals are solitary or colonial and prefer to inhabit lagoons or sheltered reef slopes. The distinguishing feature of this species is its daisy-like polyps that extend during the day to feed on plankton.
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 |
Poritidae
Poritidae
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| Genus |
Alveopora
Alveopora
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