How deep does the Ridged Cactus Coral live?

The Ridged Cactus Coral (Mycetophyllia lamarckiana) is typically found at 0–58 m.

Ridged Cactus Coral

Mycetophyllia lamarckiana

Group: Coral
Typical depth: 0–58 m
IUCN status: NT

A flat plating coral whose surface is cut into rounded ridges like a cactus pad, growing across most reef zones from the surface to around fifty eight metres. It carries symbiotic algae for energy and is listed as near threatened as Caribbean reefs decline.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 290427.

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How deep does the Ridged Cactus Coral live?: The Ridged Cactus Coral (Mycetophyllia lamarckiana) is typically found at 0–58 m.