Astraeosmilia

Common Names

There are no common names for corals in this genus.

Characteristics

Astraeosmilia corals are characterized by the following features:

• Corallites: Small and crowded together, giving the colony a knobby appearance.
• Septa: Numerous and well-developed, often with a distinctive pattern.
• Columella: Usually well-developed and composed of numerous, small spines.
• Color: Typically brown, orange, or yellow, although some species may be white or pink.

Environments

Astraeosmilia corals are found in a variety of marine environments, including:

• Shallow reefs: Some species of Astraeosmilia are found in shallow reef environments, typically in areas with strong currents.
• Deep-sea environments: Other species of Astraeosmilia are found in deep-sea environments, at depths of up to 1,000 meters.

References

For more information on Astraeosmilia, please consult the following websites:

• World Register of Marine Species
• Global Biodiversity Information Facility