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Mountainous Star Coral

Orbicella faveolata

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (動物)
Phylum
Cnidaria (刺胞動物)
Class
Anthozoa
Order
Scleractinia (イシサンゴ目)
Family
Merulinidae
Genus
Orbicella
Species
Orbicella faveolata (Mountainous Star Coral)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Coral Estrella Montaña
French Corail-étoilé à Bosses

Similar Species in Orbicella

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Bumpy star coral
Orbicella franksi
Vulnerable
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Boulder Star Coral
Orbicella annularis
Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mountainous Star Coral?
The scientific name of Mountainous Star Coral is Orbicella faveolata. It belongs to the genus Orbicella.
What is the conservation status of Mountainous Star Coral?
Mountainous Star Coral (Orbicella faveolata) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mountainous Star Coral live?
Mountainous Star Coral is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.
What family does Mountainous Star Coral belong to?
Mountainous Star Coral (Orbicella faveolata) belongs to the genus Orbicella, which is part of the taxonomic family Merulinidae.
Is Mountainous Star Coral endangered?
Yes, Mountainous Star Coral (Orbicella faveolata) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Mountainous Star Coral belong to?
Mountainous Star Coral (Orbicella faveolata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of Mountainous Star Coral?
The closest relatives of Mountainous Star Coral in the genus Orbicella include Bumpy star coral, Boulder Star Coral.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Orbicella — 3 Species

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Mountainous Star Coral
Orbicella faveolata
EN
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Bumpy star coral
Orbicella franksi
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Boulder Star Coral
Orbicella annularis
EN
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