Montipora stellata Bernard, 1897
Velvet branch coral
Montipora stellata
photo by Veron, Charlie (J.E.N.)

Family:  Acroporidae ()
Max. size: 
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 20 m
Distribution:  Indo-West Pacific.
Diagnosis:  Brown in color. Grow irregular bumps and knobs with short, horizontal projecting plates. Have numerous borers and nestlers on its irregular surface (Ref. 130769).
Biology:  Shallow turbid (Ref. 846) and clear waters (Ref. 98471). Have numerous borers and nestlers on its surface (Ref. 130769).
IUCN Red List Status: (LC); Date assessed: 01 January 2008 Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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