How deep does the Boulder Brain Coral live?

The Boulder Brain Coral (Colpophyllia natans) is typically found at 0–55 m.

Boulder Brain Coral

Colpophyllia natans

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 0–55 m
IUCN status: VU

Massive boulders of this brain coral are crossed by broad, winding valleys, a common sight on Caribbean reef tops from the surface down to about fifty five metres. A colonial reef builder, it carries symbiotic algae and is listed as vulnerable.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Scleractinia › Faviidae › Colpophyllia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 289697.

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How deep does the Boulder Brain Coral live?: The Boulder Brain Coral (Colpophyllia natans) is typically found at 0–55 m.