How deep does the Stony Coral live?

The Stony Coral (Mussismilia leptophylla) is typically found at 0–30 m.

Stony Coral

Mussismilia leptophylla

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 0–30 m
IUCN status: CR

A reef building stony coral of shallow rocky reefs down to about 30 metres, it carries symbiotic algae in its tissues for energy. Restricted in range and badly hit by reef decline, it is listed as Critically Endangered.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Faviidae › Mussismilia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1344208.

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How deep does the Stony Coral live?: The Stony Coral (Mussismilia leptophylla) is typically found at 0–30 m.