How deep does the Spine Coral live?

The Spine Coral (Hydnophora exesa) is typically found at 0–40 m.

Spine Coral

Hydnophora exesa

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

A reef coral whose surface bristles with raised cones, the spine coral is an aggressive neighbour that attacks corals crowding too close. Its polyps spread by day, and barnacles often take up residence across its rough surface.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Merulinidae › Hydnophora

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207403.

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How deep does the Spine Coral live?: The Spine Coral (Hydnophora exesa) is typically found at 0–40 m.