Slender Soft Coral [Lemnalia tenuis]
Description
The Slender Soft Coral, or Lemnalia tenuis, is found in the Indo-Pacific region. It's characterized by its slender and elongated branches. This species is quite hardy and can adapt to a variety of conditions, though it prefers areas with moderate current and lighting. It's a peaceful coral that uses its extended polyps to capture food from the water.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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| Order |
Soft Corals
Alcyonacea
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| Family |
Nephtheidae
Nephtheidae
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| Genus |
Lemnalia
Lemnalia
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