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アザミサンゴ (octopus coral)

Galaxea fascicularis

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇹🇼 Taiwan

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (動物)
Phylum
Cnidaria (刺胞動物)
Class
Anthozoa
Order
Scleractinia (イシサンゴ目)
Family
Euphylliidae
Genus
Galaxea
Species
Galaxea fascicularis (アザミサンゴ)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アザミサンゴ
German Kristallkoralle

Similar Species in Galaxea

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オガサワラアザミサンゴ
Galaxea astreata
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of アザミサンゴ?
The scientific name of アザミサンゴ is Galaxea fascicularis. It belongs to the genus Galaxea.
What is the conservation status of アザミサンゴ?
アザミサンゴ (Galaxea fascicularis) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does アザミサンゴ live?
アザミサンゴ is found in Found in Taiwan. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does アザミサンゴ belong to?
アザミサンゴ (Galaxea fascicularis) belongs to the genus Galaxea, which is part of the taxonomic family Euphylliidae.
What kingdom does アザミサンゴ belong to?
アザミサンゴ (Galaxea fascicularis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of アザミサンゴ?
The closest relatives of アザミサンゴ in the genus Galaxea include オガサワラアザミサンゴ.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Galaxea — 2 Species

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アザミサンゴ
Galaxea fascicularis
NT
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オガサワラアザミサンゴ
Galaxea astreata
VU
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