Umbrella Corallimorph

Umbrella Corallimorph
Name: Umbrella Corallimorph
Scientific Name: Discosoma neglecta
Family: Corallimorphs
Taxonomic: Discosomatidae
ID Group: Anemones, Hydroids, Jellyfish
Size: up to 2.5 in.
Depth Range: On the reef (10 – 60 ft.)
Sightings: Seen very rarely
Similar Species: Cup Corallimorph

The Umbrella Corallimorph has a wide, flattened oral disc that spreads like an umbrella. Short, block-shaped tentacles form a ring around the outer edge of the disc. Its color ranges from light green to olive or dark brown, and the surface often shows streaks or irregular blotches.

This Corallimorph attaches to hard surfaces and remains fixed in place.