Ivory Pillar Coral [Dendrogyra cylindrus]
Description
The Ivory Pillar Coral, scientifically known as Dendrogyra cylindrus, is a hard coral species distinguished by its cylindrical branches. This species is found in the western Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. The polyps of this coral are usually extended during the day, giving it a fuzzy appearance. It prefers shallow water environments and is known to be a slow-growing species, which makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities.
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 |
Dendrophylliidae
Dendrophylliidae
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| Genus |
Pillar Corals
Dendrophyllia
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