Gorgonia flabellum
- Venus sea fan, Bahamian sea fan
- Venusfächer
- Venus-zeewaaier
- Eventail de Vénus
- Abanico de Venus
- Violacea gorgonia a ventaglio
Distribution
- The tropical Atlantic
Substrate and environment
- The species is generally attached to a reef
- Generally in an area where there is a current
- The species can be found between 1 and 35 Meters.
- Common species.
General behaviour of the species
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size of the colony : 100 cm
- Lives in partnership with algae
- The animal can show variable colouring
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!