How deep does the Hedgehog Coral live?

The Hedgehog Coral (Echinopora pacifica) is typically found at 1–15 m.

Hedgehog Coral

Echinopora pacifica

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 1–15 m
IUCN status: LC

A stony coral of shallow reefs, the hedgehog coral spreads across rock, slopes and lagoon floors between about one and 15 metres. Its colonies bristle with small projecting cups, and partner algae inside its tissue help feed the colony.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Merulinidae › Echinopora

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1341443.

FAQ

How deep does the Hedgehog Coral live?: The Hedgehog Coral (Echinopora pacifica) is typically found at 1–15 m.