Fleshy Star Coral
Blastomussa loyae
- Group: Coral
- Typical depth: 5–18 m
- IUCN status: LC
The fleshy star coral favours sheltered, turbid water where the light is dim, between about 5 and 18 metres. Its fat fleshy polyps open over a small colony, and the species is listed as least concern.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Plerogyridae › Blastomussa
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207387.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fleshy Star Coral live?
- The Fleshy Star Coral (Blastomussa loyae) is typically found at 5–18 m.