How deep does the Pore Coral live?

The Pore Coral (Montipora altasepta) is typically found at 0–3 m.

Pore Coral

Montipora altasepta

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 0–3 m
IUCN status: EN

A shallow water reef coral, this Montipora grows on sheltered, protected reef slopes in only the top few metres. Its surface is pocked with tiny pores that give the group its name, and it is listed as endangered.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Acroporidae › Montipora

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 287690.

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How deep does the Pore Coral live?: The Pore Coral (Montipora altasepta) is typically found at 0–3 m.