Blue Star Polyps [Pachyclavularia violacea var. azurea]
Description
A variety of the Green Star Polyps, this species is distinguishable by its blue polyps. Like its green counterpart, it extends from a purple mat and is found in a variety of marine environments. It also requires moderate to high lighting and water flow to thrive.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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| Order |
Leptothecata
Leptothecata
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| Family |
Sertulariid hydroids
Sertulariidae
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| Genus |
Silk Corals
Halecium
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