Gardineroseris Planulata [Gardineroseris planulata]
Description
Also known as Gardineroseris, Gardineroseris Coral, Lettuce Coral, or Leaf Coral, Gardineroseris planulata is a species of stony coral in the family Agariciidae. It is generally found in shallow waters of the Indo-Pacific region, particularly around the coasts of Indonesia, the Philippines, and Australia. The species is characterized by a brownish or greenish color and a flat, leaf-like appearance. It is a nocturnal feeder and extends its tentacles at night to capture plankton and other small organisms from the water.
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 |
Agariciidae
Agariciidae
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| Genus |
Gardineroseris
Gardineroseris
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