Wedge Coral [Leptoseris Scabra]
Description
Leptoseris scabra, commonly known as Wedge Coral, is a species of marine scleractinian coral found in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly around Indonesia and the Philippines. It is a unique species distinguished by its encrusting formation and irregular skeletal structures. It tends to inhabit deeper waters, typically found at depths of 20-70 meters, where light conditions are low. It exhibits a nocturnal behavior, with its polyps often extended at night to feed on plankton.
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 |
Fungiidae
Fungiidae
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| Genus |
Wedge Coral
Zoophyllis
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