Rose Coral [Millepora Alutacea]
Description
Rose Coral is a species of hydrozoan in the family Milleporidae. They are widely distributed in the Indian and Pacific oceans. They have a delicate, branching form with a pinkish hue, hence the common name. The branches are covered with minute, closely packed pores. They have a moderate sting.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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| Order |
Leptothecata
Leptothecata
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| Family |
Thorn corals
Haleciidae
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| Genus |
Thorn Coral
Halecium muricatum
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