Tree Soft Coral [Lithonephthya]

Description
Lithonephthya is a genus of soft corals that resemble small trees or shrubs. These corals are characterized by their rigid, calcium carbonate skeletons covered in soft tissue. They are found in a variety of marine environments, including shallow reefs and deeper waters, where they contribute to the biodiversity and structural complexity of the ecosystems.
Species

Red Tree Coral [Dendronephthya spp]
View DetailsTaxonomy
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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Statistics
- Species 1