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lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea ocellina

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

Animalia (สัตว์)

Cnidaria (ไนดาเรีย)

Scleractinia (Scleractinia)

Species

Cyphastrea ocellina (lesser knob coral)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヒメトゲキクメイシ

Similar Species in Cyphastrea

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea decadia

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea agassizi

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea chalcidicum

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea japonica

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea serailia

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea microphthalma

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of lesser knob coral?

The scientific name of lesser knob coral is Cyphastrea ocellina. It belongs to the genus Cyphastrea.

What is the conservation status of lesser knob coral?

lesser knob coral (Cyphastrea ocellina) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does lesser knob coral live?

lesser knob coral 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 lesser knob coral belong to?

lesser knob coral (Cyphastrea ocellina) belongs to the genus Cyphastrea, which is part of the taxonomic family Merulinidae.

Is lesser knob coral endangered?

Yes, lesser knob coral (Cyphastrea ocellina) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does lesser knob coral belong to?

lesser knob coral (Cyphastrea ocellina) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of lesser knob coral?

The closest relatives of lesser knob coral in the genus Cyphastrea include lesser knob coral, lesser knob coral, lesser knob coral, lesser knob coral, lesser knob coral.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Cyphastrea — 7 Species

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lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea ocellina

VU

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lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea decadia

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea agassizi

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea chalcidicum

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea japonica

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea serailia

lesser knob coral

Cyphastrea microphthalma

Data verified มีนาคม 2026

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