Euphyllia cristata

Euphyllia cristata Chevalier, 1971
Fat tentacle torch coral

photo by Veron, Charlie (J.E.N.)

Family:	Euphylliidae ()
Max. size:	4 cm COLD (male/unsexed)
Environment:	reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 35 m
Distribution:	Indo-Pacific.
Diagnosis:	Colonies are planeload with closely compacted corallites. Small solitary polyps are common. The primary septa are very exsert and are conspicuous underwater. No columellae. Usually pale green or gray in color with large tubular tentacles and knob-like tips.
Biology:	Maximum depth from Ref. 98471. On all reef areas at depths of 1 to 35 m (Ref. 98471).
IUCN Red List Status:	(LC); Date assessed: 27 October 2023 Ref. 123251)
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