Family: |
Faviidae () |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 1 - 35 m |
Distribution: |
Western Atlantic. |
Diagnosis: |
Colonies are massive forming hemispherical domes with smooth or slightly irregular surfaces. Corallite rims forms conspicuous dark circles. Tentacles which may be extended during the day are long, giving colonies a ragged appearance. Cream or tan in color with colorless or green polyps. |
Biology: |
Generally shallow reefs (Ref. 415). Zooxanthellate (Ref. 116012). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
(LC); Date assessed: 01 June 2021 Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
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Country info: |
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