How deep does the Fire Coral live?

The Fire Coral (Millepora alcicornis) is typically found at 0–55 m.

Fire Coral

Millepora alcicornis

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–55 m
IUCN status: EN

Despite the name and the coral like form, a brush against fire coral leaves a burning sting from its hidden stinging cells. It grows in reefs, seagrass beds and even on mangrove roots, sometimes forming solid beds in sheltered shallows down to about 55 metres. It is listed as endangered.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hydrozoa › Anthoathecata › Milleporidae › Millepora

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 210726.

FAQ

How deep does the Fire Coral live?: The Fire Coral (Millepora alcicornis) is typically found at 0–55 m.