Meandrina meandrites

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  • Maze coral
  • Irrgarten-Koralle
  • Doolhofkoraal
  • Méandrine
  • Coral cerebro ondulado

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Substrate and environment

  • The species is generally attached to a reef
  • The species can be found between 1 and 70 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size of the colony : 90 cm
  • Diameter of the polyp : 10 mm
  • Lives in partnership with algae
  • The animal can show variable colouring
  • The form of the animal can vary greatly

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.