Lettuce Coral [Agaricia agaricites]
Description
A hard coral species that is commonly found in the Caribbean Sea. It is known for its distinctive leaf-like structures that resemble lettuce, hence its common name. It typically grows in shallow reefs and prefers environments with moderate to high water movement. The color of this species ranges from brown to greenish-brown, depending on the depth and light availability.
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 |
Agaricia
Agaricia
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