How deep does the Flat Lobe Coral live?

The Flat Lobe Coral (Pavona duerdeni) is typically found at 0–40 m.

Flat Lobe Coral

Pavona duerdeni

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

This coral piles up into big solid boulders that can reach a metre across, scattered through most reef habitats down to about forty metres. It feeds by catching tiny drifting particles from the water, yet it is listed as endangered.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207315.

FAQ

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