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Finger coral
Fingerkoralle
Vingerkoraal
Corail digité
Coral digitado romo

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Substrate and environment

The species is generally attached to a reef
The species can be found between 0 and 55 Meters.
Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size of the colony : 150 cm
Lives in partnership with algae

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.
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)

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