Candy Cane Coral

Candy Cane Coral

Caulastrea sp

Candy Cane Coral

Did you know ?

It is not a very aggressive coral, having only two short sweeping tentacles, with which to compete for space and light.

Caulastrea sp

The polyps contain symbiotic algae. The algae photosynthesise, producing oxygen and sugars, which are used by the polyps.

Measures

Measure

Diet

Plankton and photosynthesis.

Conservation Status

Extinct

Threatened

Low risk

LC

EX

EW

CR

EN

VU

CD

NT

LC

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Origin

Origin

Pacific and Indian Oceans.

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