Species Type:
Corals, Invertebrates
Common Name(s):
Brush coral
Size:
Brush coral ranges in growth from 0.7-1.18 inches (1.27- 3.96 centimeters) a year depending on their geographic location.
Diet:
Using their tentacles, brush coral will catch organisms like plankton floating by in their environment.
Range & Habitat:
In the eastern Tropical Pacific, these corals can be found near lagoons and clear water reef communities.
Details:
Brush coral, also known as cauliflower coral, grows in large, branching structures that resemble cauliflower, extending from a single base. They range from orange and pink to brown in color. This species is known for its relatively fast growth compared to other coral species, helping to rebuild reefs that may have been damaged.