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ニホンアワサンゴ (net coral)

Alveopora japonica

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (動物)
Phylum
Cnidaria (刺胞動物)
Class
Anthozoa
Order
Scleractinia (イシサンゴ目)
Family
Acroporidae
Genus
Alveopora
Species
Alveopora japonica (ニホンアワサンゴ)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ニホンアワサンゴ

Similar Species in Alveopora

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アワサンゴ
Alveopora verrilliana
Vulnerable
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アワユキサンゴ
Alveopora spongiosa
Near Threatened
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エダアワサンゴ
Alveopora allingi
Vulnerable
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シャホウアワサンゴ
Alveopora catalai
Near Threatened
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net coral
Alveopora tizardi
Least Concern
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net coral
Alveopora excelsa
Endangered
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net coral
Alveopora fenestrata
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ニホンアワサンゴ?
The scientific name of ニホンアワサンゴ is Alveopora japonica. It belongs to the genus Alveopora.
What is the conservation status of ニホンアワサンゴ?
ニホンアワサンゴ (Alveopora japonica) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does ニホンアワサンゴ live?
ニホンアワサンゴ is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does ニホンアワサンゴ belong to?
ニホンアワサンゴ (Alveopora japonica) belongs to the genus Alveopora, which is part of the taxonomic family Acroporidae.
Is ニホンアワサンゴ endangered?
Yes, ニホンアワサンゴ (Alveopora japonica) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does ニホンアワサンゴ belong to?
ニホンアワサンゴ (Alveopora japonica) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of ニホンアワサンゴ?
The closest relatives of ニホンアワサンゴ in the genus Alveopora include アワサンゴ, アワユキサンゴ, エダアワサンゴ, シャホウアワサンゴ, net coral.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Alveopora — 8 Species

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アワサンゴ
Alveopora verrilliana
VU 🐾
アワユキサンゴ
Alveopora spongiosa
NT 🐾
エダアワサンゴ
Alveopora allingi
VU 🐾
シャホウアワサンゴ
Alveopora catalai
NT
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ニホンアワサンゴ
Alveopora japonica
VU
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net coral
Alveopora tizardi
LC 🐾
net coral
Alveopora fenestrata
VU 🐾
net coral
Alveopora excelsa
EN
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