Yellow Nephthea [Nephthea pacificus]
Description
The Yellow Nephthea, as the name suggests, is a soft coral species exhibiting yellow coloration. This species thrives in the Pacific Ocean, particularly in areas with medium to strong water flow. It possesses a unique, tree-like structure with polyps extending from the branches.
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 |
Nephthea
Nephthea
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