Stellate Crypthelia [Crypthelia stellaris]
Description
The Crypthelia stellaris, known as the Stellate Crypthelia, is a marine coral species found in the deep waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its star-shaped corallites, from which it gets its common name. This species forms colonies that are encrusting, and its coloration varies from pale yellow to brown.
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 |
Lace corals
Stylasteridae
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| Genus |
Crypthelia
Crypthelia
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