Description
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Fimbriaphyllia paraancora, also known as anchor coral, is a branching stony coral characterized by large polyps with distinctive anchor or hammer-shaped tips on their tentacles. These corals are found in the Indo-West Pacific region, particularly in Indonesia, and thrive in shallow reef environments. They are colonial, with each branch originating from a single corallite.
Here's a more detailed description:
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Appearance:
Fimbriaphyllia paraancora features large polyps that extend from branching corallites. The most notable characteristic is the shape of their tentacles, which have anchor or hammer-shaped tips, often forming concentric circles.
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Color:
The tentacles can vary in color, ranging from pale tan to greenish-brown, and can also be bright green or gold.
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Skeleton:
The skeleton of Fimbriaphyllia paraancora is similar to that of Euphyllia glabrescens, with corallites measuring 20-40 millimeters in diameter.
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Habitat:
They are commonly found in the shallow waters of Indo-Pacific reefs, particularly in Indonesia.
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Classification:
Originally classified under the genus Euphyllia, molecular studies led to its reclassification into the genus Fimbriaphyllia.
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Other names:
Besides "anchor coral," it may also be referred to as "hammer coral" or, sometimes, by its former name, Euphyllia paraancora.
