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thorn coral

Stylocoeniella cocosensis

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 (动物界)
Phylum
Cnidaria (刺胞動物門)
Class
Anthozoa
Order
Scleractinia (石珊瑚目)
Family
Astrocoeniidae
Genus
Stylocoeniella
Species
Stylocoeniella cocosensis (thorn coral)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ココスムカシサンゴ

Similar Species in Stylocoeniella

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thorn coral
Stylocoeniella armata
Least Concern
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thorn coral
Stylocoeniella guentheri
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Stylocoeniella — 3 Species

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thorn coral
Stylocoeniella armata
LC
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thorn coral
Stylocoeniella cocosensis
VU
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thorn coral
Stylocoeniella guentheri
LC
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