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starry cup coral

Acanthastrea hemprichii

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 (สัตว์)
Phylum
Cnidaria (ไนดาเรีย)
Class
Anthozoa
Order
Scleractinia (Scleractinia)
Family
Lobophylliidae
Genus
Acanthastrea
Species
Acanthastrea hemprichii (starry cup coral)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ヒラタオオトゲキクメイシ

Similar Species in Acanthastrea

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starry cup coral
Acanthastrea subechinata
Near Threatened
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starry cup coral
Acanthastrea echinata
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of starry cup coral?
The scientific name of starry cup coral is Acanthastrea hemprichii. It belongs to the genus Acanthastrea.
What is the conservation status of starry cup coral?
starry cup coral (Acanthastrea hemprichii) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does starry cup coral live?
starry cup 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 starry cup coral belong to?
starry cup coral (Acanthastrea hemprichii) belongs to the genus Acanthastrea, which is part of the taxonomic family Lobophylliidae.
Is starry cup coral endangered?
Yes, starry cup coral (Acanthastrea hemprichii) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does starry cup coral belong to?
starry cup coral (Acanthastrea hemprichii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of starry cup coral?
The closest relatives of starry cup coral in the genus Acanthastrea include starry cup coral, starry cup coral.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Acanthastrea — 3 Species

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starry cup coral
Acanthastrea subechinata
NT
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starry cup coral
Acanthastrea hemprichii
VU
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starry cup coral
Acanthastrea echinata
LC
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