Bushy Acropora
Acropora bushyensis
- Group: Coral
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- IUCN status: EN
A bushy stony coral of intertidal and shallow subtidal flats, it grows on reef flats and shallow coastal shoals down to about 5 metres and predominates along continental coastlines. Built by colonies of tiny polyps, it now carries an endangered listing.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Acroporidae › Acropora
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 206999.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bushy Acropora live?
- The Bushy Acropora (Acropora bushyensis) is typically found at 0–5 m.