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reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 52 m |
Indo-Pacific. Tropical to subtropical. |
This is the classic "table" coral, with long-lived colonies forming tables several metres in diameter. The coral is supported by a central stalk; the main braches anastomose in the horizontal plane, while secondary branchlets all grow vertically to the same height, forming a flat surface (Ref. 269). |
Common at shallow to intermediate depths throughout its range (Ref. 269). Upper reef slopes; outer reef flats (Ref. 846). Has very high bleaching level and estimated mortality nearing 100% in Palau (Ref. 66144). |
Near Threatened (NT); Date assessed: 01 January 2008 Ref. 123251)
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