How deep does the Peacock Coral live?

The Peacock Coral (Pavona explanulata) is typically found at 0–40 m.

Peacock Coral

Pavona explanulata

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 0–40 m
IUCN status: LC

A reef coral of subtidal slopes, the peacock coral grows in low plates and is common on vertical walls down to around 40 metres. Its surface carries a fine pattern of star shaped corallites, and the IUCN lists it as Least Concern.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Agariciidae › Pavona

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207306.

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How deep does the Peacock Coral live?: The Peacock Coral (Pavona explanulata) is typically found at 0–40 m.