Pseudodiploria clivosa

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  • Knobby brain coral
  • Knotige Hirnkoralle
  • Knobbelig hersenkoraal
  • Corail cerveau bosselé
  • Coral cerebro tuberoso

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic

Substrate and environment

  • The species is generally attached to a reef
  • The species can be found between 0 and 45 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size of the colony : 120 cm
  • Diameter of the polyp : 5 mm
  • Lives in partnership with algae
  • 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.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!