Rough Star Coral
Isophyllia rigida
- Group: Coral
- Typical depth: 0–35 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A reef coral of the Caribbean, the rough star coral packs the shallows down to around thirty five metres and favours surge channels where water sweeps back and forth. Its tissue carries symbiotic algae that feed it through sunlight, so it sticks to the brighter zones.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Faviidae › Isophyllia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 287850.
FAQ
- How deep does the Rough Star Coral live?
- The Rough Star Coral (Isophyllia rigida) is typically found at 0–35 m.
- Is the Rough Star Coral dangerous to divers?
- The Rough Star Coral is harmless to divers.