Branching Fire Coral
In this photo the Fire Coral is encrusting a Sea Plume.
| Name: | Branching Fire Coral |
| Scientific Name: | Millepora alcicornis |
| Family: | Milleporidae |
| Taxonomic: | Milleporidae |
| ID Group: | Corals, Algae |
| Size: | up to 18 in. |
| Depth Range: | Various depths (0 – 130 ft.) |
| Sightings: | Seen often |
This Fire Coral has branching, fan-like structures with smooth surfaces and tiny pores. Its color ranges from orange-yellow to brown, with white tips.
Branching Fire Coral thrives in a range of habitats, from shallow waters to deeper parts of the reef, and can overgrow other corals. It delivers a painful but brief sting when touched.