How deep does the Starflower Coral live?

The Starflower Coral (Astreopora gracilis) is typically found at 5–25 m.

Starflower Coral

Astreopora gracilis

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 5–25 m
IUCN status: LC

The starflower coral spreads across a wide range of shallow tropical reefs between about five and twenty five metres and does especially well in turbid water. Its surface is studded with small star shaped cups, each home to a feeding polyp.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207124.

FAQ

How deep does the Starflower Coral live?: The Starflower Coral (Astreopora gracilis) is typically found at 5–25 m.