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Micetocoral Espinoso áspero

Mycetophyllia ferox

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Cnidaria (Cnidarians)
Class
Anthozoa
Order
Scleractinia (Scleractinia)
Family
Faviidae
Genus
Mycetophyllia
Species
Mycetophyllia ferox (Micetocoral Espinoso áspero)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Micetocoral Espinoso áspero
French Corail Cactus Rugueux
German Lamarcks Kaktuskoralle

Similar Species in Mycetophyllia

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Micetocoral Crestado
Mycetophyllia lamarckiana
Least Concern
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Micetocoral de Poca Cresta
Mycetophyllia danaana
Least Concern
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Micetocoral Liso
Mycetophyllia reesi
Data Deficient
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Micetocoral Noduloso
Mycetophyllia aliciae
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Micetocoral Espinoso áspero?
The scientific name of Micetocoral Espinoso áspero is Mycetophyllia ferox. It belongs to the genus Mycetophyllia.
What is the conservation status of Micetocoral Espinoso áspero?
Micetocoral Espinoso áspero (Mycetophyllia ferox) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Micetocoral Espinoso áspero live?
Micetocoral Espinoso áspero is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.
What family does Micetocoral Espinoso áspero belong to?
Micetocoral Espinoso áspero (Mycetophyllia ferox) belongs to the genus Mycetophyllia, which is part of the taxonomic family Faviidae.
Is Micetocoral Espinoso áspero endangered?
Yes, Micetocoral Espinoso áspero (Mycetophyllia ferox) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Micetocoral Espinoso áspero belong to?
Micetocoral Espinoso áspero (Mycetophyllia ferox) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Micetocoral Espinoso áspero?
The closest relatives of Micetocoral Espinoso áspero in the genus Mycetophyllia include Micetocoral Crestado, Micetocoral de Poca Cresta, Micetocoral Liso, Micetocoral Noduloso.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Mycetophyllia — 5 Species

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Micetocoral Crestado
Mycetophyllia lamarckiana
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Micetocoral de Poca Cresta
Mycetophyllia danaana
LC
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Micetocoral Espinoso áspero
Mycetophyllia ferox
VU
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Micetocoral Liso
Mycetophyllia reesi
DD 🐾
Micetocoral Noduloso
Mycetophyllia aliciae
LC
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