How deep does the Small Staghorn Species live?

The Small Staghorn Species (Acropora microphthalma) is typically found at 3–25 m.

Small Staghorn Species

Acropora microphthalma

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 3–25 m
IUCN status: EN

A staghorn coral of upper reef slopes, turbid water and sandy lagoons, it grows in shallow water down to about 25 metres. Its thin branches are built by colonies of tiny polyps, and warming seas have driven this species onto the endangered list.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Acroporidae › Acropora

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207046.

FAQ

How deep does the Small Staghorn Species live?: The Small Staghorn Species (Acropora microphthalma) is typically found at 3–25 m.