Star Coral [Astreopora myriophthalma]
Description
Astreopora myriophthalma, commonly known as Star Coral, is a species of stony coral in the family Acroporidae. They inhabit shallow reef environments, typically found between depths of 1 to 30 meters. The coral forms in massive or encrusting colonies with tubular corallites that give it its star-like appearance. It exhibits mostly nocturnal behavior and has a wide distribution in the Indo-Pacific region.
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 |
Acroporidae
Acroporidae
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| Genus |
Astreopora
Astreopora
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