Largebrain Root Coral
Lobophyllia hemprichii
- Group: Coral
- Typical depth: 6–30 m
- Max size: 5 cm
- IUCN status: EN
The largebrain root coral builds heavy fleshy colonies on upper reef slopes between about 6 and 30 metres, its tissue powered by zooxanthellae living inside it. Now listed as endangered, it bleaches and dies off heavily in the warm water recorded around Palau.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Lobophylliidae › Lobophyllia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207392.
FAQ
- How deep does the Largebrain Root Coral live?
- The Largebrain Root Coral (Lobophyllia hemprichii) is typically found at 6–30 m.
- How big does the Largebrain Root Coral get?
- The Largebrain Root Coral grows to about 5 cm.