How deep does the Bottlebrush Coral live?

The Bottlebrush Coral (Acropora elseyi) is typically found at 0–16 m.

Bottlebrush Coral

Acropora elseyi

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 0–16 m
IUCN status: EN

This bottlebrush coral grows around the low tide mark in shallow subtidal water, on reef slopes and fringing reefs down to about 16 metres. Its branches bristle with short side twigs like the brush its name suggests, and the IUCN lists it as Endangered.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207113.

FAQ

How deep does the Bottlebrush Coral live?: The Bottlebrush Coral (Acropora elseyi) is typically found at 0–16 m.