Ruffled Coral [Leptoseris papyracea]
Description
Leptoseris papyracea, also known as Ruffled Coral, is a species of coral that has a thin, plate-like structure. It is found in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in the Red Sea and the western Indian Ocean. It grows in areas with low light and strong water movement. It is distinguished by its thin, ruffled edges, which can be brown, green, or blue.
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 |
Leptoseris
Leptoseris
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