Balanophyllia europaea
Scarlet coral
Warzenkoralle
Varkenstandkoraal
Dent de cochon
Coral taza
Madrepora solitaria
Distribution
- The Mediterranean
Substrate and environment
- The species is generally attached to a reef
- The species can be found between 0 and 40 Meters.
- Common species.
- Endemic species.
General behaviour of the species
General characteristics of the species
- Diameter of the polyp : 40 mm
- 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.