How deep does the Purple Nana live?

The Purple Nana (Acropora nana) is typically found at 1–10 m.

Purple Nana

Acropora nana

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 1–10 m
IUCN status: EN

A branching stony coral of high energy reefs, this acropora grows where strong currents and waves sweep the outer reef flats. It thrives in shallow water down to about 10 metres, but the IUCN lists it as Endangered.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207100.

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How deep does the Purple Nana live?: The Purple Nana (Acropora nana) is typically found at 1–10 m.