Creeping Polyp Coral [Acrozoanthus situla]
Description
Acrozoanthus situla, also known as Creeping Polyp Coral, is a marine species found in the Western Pacific Ocean. This species has a unique behavior of creeping around the seafloor, hence its common name. The polyps are typically green or brown and extend from a thin, creeping stalk. The colonies are often found in sandy or muddy bottoms, and they favor moderate to low light conditions. They feed on microplankton and small organic particles.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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| Order |
Zoanthids
Zoantharia
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| Family |
Zoanthids
Zoanthidae
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| Genus |
Acrozoanthus
Acrozoanthus
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