Psammocora stellata [Psammocora stellata]
Description
Psammocora stellata is a species of hard coral found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans, from East Africa to the central Pacific. This species is known for its encrusting formation with star-shaped corallites giving it a unique appearance. It is typically found in shallow reef environments, often on reef slopes and walls. Its color varies from brown to green, often with the tips of the corallites being lighter.
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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