eight-ray finger coral

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Cnidaria (Nesseltiere)

Class

Anthozoa

Order

Scleractinia (Steinkorallen)

Family

Pocilloporidae

Genus

Madracis

Species

Madracis formosa (eight-ray finger coral)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Coral de Ocho Rayos

Similar Species in Madracis

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Felderkoralle

Madracis decactis

Least Concern

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Krustenkoralle

Madracis pharensis

Least Concern

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Pointed Pencil Coral

Madracis asperula

Data Deficient

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Six-ray Star Coral

Madracis senaria

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of eight-ray finger coral?

The scientific name of eight-ray finger coral is Madracis formosa. It belongs to the genus Madracis.

What is the conservation status of eight-ray finger coral?

eight-ray finger coral (Madracis formosa) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does eight-ray finger coral belong to?

eight-ray finger coral (Madracis formosa) belongs to the genus Madracis, which is part of the taxonomic family Pocilloporidae.

Is eight-ray finger coral endangered?

No, eight-ray finger coral (Madracis formosa) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does eight-ray finger coral belong to?

eight-ray finger coral (Madracis formosa) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of eight-ray finger coral?

The closest relatives of eight-ray finger coral in the genus Madracis include Felderkoralle, Krustenkoralle, Pointed Pencil Coral, Six-ray Star Coral.