Psammocora nierstraszi [Psammocora nierstraszi]
Description
Psammocora nierstraszi is a species of hard coral found in the tropical Western Pacific, from Indonesia to the Philippines. It is known for its encrusting formation and small, uniform corallites. This species is typically found in deeper reef environments and is recognized by its pale to dark brown coloration.
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 |
Merulinidae
Merulinidae
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| Genus |
Psammocora
Psammocora
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