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rough cactus coral

Mycetophyllia ferox

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Cnidaria (ไนดาเรีย)
Class
Anthozoa
Order
Scleractinia (Scleractinia)
Family
Faviidae
Genus
Mycetophyllia
Species
Mycetophyllia ferox (rough cactus coral)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Micetocoral Espinoso áspero
French Corail Cactus Rugueux
German Lamarcks Kaktuskoralle

Similar Species in Mycetophyllia

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ridged cactus coral
Mycetophyllia lamarckiana
Least Concern
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knobby cactus coral
Mycetophyllia aliciae
Least Concern
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Ridgeless Cactus Coral
Mycetophyllia reesi
Data Deficient
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Lowridge cactus coral
Mycetophyllia danaana
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of rough cactus coral?
The scientific name of rough cactus coral is Mycetophyllia ferox. It belongs to the genus Mycetophyllia.
What is the conservation status of rough cactus coral?
rough cactus coral (Mycetophyllia ferox) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does rough cactus coral live?
rough cactus coral is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.
What family does rough cactus coral belong to?
rough cactus coral (Mycetophyllia ferox) belongs to the genus Mycetophyllia, which is part of the taxonomic family Faviidae.
Is rough cactus coral endangered?
Yes, rough cactus coral (Mycetophyllia ferox) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does rough cactus coral belong to?
rough cactus coral (Mycetophyllia ferox) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of rough cactus coral?
The closest relatives of rough cactus coral in the genus Mycetophyllia include ridged cactus coral, knobby cactus coral, Ridgeless Cactus Coral, Lowridge cactus coral.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Mycetophyllia — 5 Species

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ridged cactus coral
Mycetophyllia lamarckiana
LC 🐾
knobby cactus coral
Mycetophyllia aliciae
LC 🐾
Ridgeless Cactus Coral
Mycetophyllia reesi
DD
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rough cactus coral
Mycetophyllia ferox
VU
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Lowridge cactus coral
Mycetophyllia danaana
LC
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