Leptopsammia pruvoti

Sunset Cup Coral
Gelbe Steinkoralle
Geel steenkoraal
Corail jaune solitaire
Madrépora amarilla
Madrepora gialla

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Substrate and environment

The species is generally attached to a reef
Often in a cavity or under an overhang
The species can be found between 5 and 70 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

General characteristics of the species

Diameter of the polyp : 30 mm

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!