Cauliflower Coral
Pocillopora damicornis
- Group: Coral
- Typical depth: 0–26 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- IUCN status: EN
Cauliflower coral builds low, compact colonies of branching knobs on reefs from the surface down to about 26 metres. Once among the most widespread of stony corals, it is now listed as endangered, and divers collect it for the aquarium trade.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Pocilloporidae › Pocillopora
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 206953.
FAQ
- How deep does the Cauliflower Coral live?
- The Cauliflower Coral (Pocillopora damicornis) is typically found at 0–26 m.
- How big does the Cauliflower Coral get?
- The Cauliflower Coral grows to about 30 cm.