Clown Goby species from the genus Gobiodon are frequently observed bopping around the surface of the Echinopora genus. They coexist peacefully with Acroporas and Hedgehog Corals, much like a clownfish and an anemone. If you give them lots of room to establish their own territories, these content Clown Gobies might even spawn in the reef […]
It is a species of Euphyllia that is not common in Australia. But it does resemble Euphyllia ancora, a coral that is a close relative. When you look closely, you can distinguish the Hammer Coral from other names like the Frogspawn Coral E. divisa or the Anchor Coral, which are incorrect. The only difference between
The Frogspawn Coral (Euphyllia divisa) is related to the Grape Coral (Euphyllia cristata). But unlike frogspawn, its tentacles resemble shorter versions of the tentacles on torch coral Euphyllia glabrescens. You can instantly recognise this coral by taking a close look. The Grape coral lacks branching polyps, and each of its completely straight tentacles has a
The corals of Goniopora are very attractive and have a peculiar appearance, Goniopora species numerous popular names for these corals accurately describe their look. The majority of them are columnar or enormous in the wild, however some of them can also be encrusting. Their skeletons are light, porous skeletons, but what makes them stand out
Galactic Coral, a common large polyp stony (LPS) coral that many reef enthusiasts own or would like to have in their collection is Galaxea fascicularis. It is highly lovely despite having a skeleton that is quite fragile and brittle. Its starburst-like polyps with white tips give it the appearance of a glittering crystal. The motion
The large polyp stony (LPS) coral frogspawn coral Euphyllia divisa is unquestionably a fan favourite. The multicolored tips and slithering tentacles create for a pretty spectacular display when combined. The scientific name refers to the fact that the polyps have divisions at the end. The polyp’s form, rather than its delicate skeletal structure, is what
The Nemenzophyllia genus contains only one species, the striking coral Nemenzophyllia turbida. It bears the name of Dr. Francisco Nemonzo, a trailblazing coral researcher from the Philippines. Typically, the Fox Coral is pale green or brownish-pink. They are occasionally mistaken for anemones because of their enormous, striated, ruffled polyps that stretch out into flower-like patterns.
The Flowerpot Coral, Goniopora stokesi has a striking look that is both appealing and distinctive. They might grow in short, thick columns or are hemispherical. 24 polyps of various sizes form a fringe around the centre, or mouth, of their stalks. They resemble a group of potted flowers very much. Their sophisticated neurological system is
The Favia genus and the Favites corals are lovely large polyp stony (LPS) corals. Although the Favia genus and the Favites Coral are sometimes mistaken, with a little effort, it is actually rather simple to tell them apart. In contrast to the walls of the Favia genus, the walls of corallites—raised areas in which polyps
Elegant Donut Coral is one of numerous large polyp stony (LPS) corals that have a spherical, donut-like appearance—hence the names doughnut and donut corals. However, the Scolymia species can produce a wide range of shapes in addition to a doughnut. Scolymia vitiensis can be saucer-like or cup-shaped, but it typically has a dome or flat
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