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サザナミサンゴ (crispy crust coral)

Merulina ampliata

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese サザナミサンゴ

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of サザナミサンゴ?
The scientific name of サザナミサンゴ is Merulina ampliata. It belongs to the genus Merulina.
What is the conservation status of サザナミサンゴ?
サザナミサンゴ (Merulina ampliata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does サザナミサンゴ live?
サザナミサンゴ is found in Found in Taiwan.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does サザナミサンゴ belong to?
サザナミサンゴ (Merulina ampliata) belongs to the genus Merulina, which is part of the taxonomic family Merulinidae.
Is サザナミサンゴ endangered?
No, サザナミサンゴ (Merulina ampliata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does サザナミサンゴ belong to?
サザナミサンゴ (Merulina ampliata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of サザナミサンゴ?
The closest relatives of サザナミサンゴ in the genus Merulina include ウスサザナミサンゴ.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Merulina — 2 Species

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ウスサザナミサンゴ
Merulina scabricula
LC
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サザナミサンゴ
Merulina ampliata
LC

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