Spiny Flower Coral

Spiny Flower Coral
Name: Spiny Flower Coral
Scientific Name: Mussa angulosa
Family: Mussid Corals
Taxonomic: Mussidae
ID Group: Corals, Algae
Size: up to 3 ft.
Depth Range: Various depths (0 – 130 ft.)
Sightings: Not usually seen

This Coral has large, fleshy polyps with a rough texture, forming thick, dome-like shapes. Its color is usually reddish or gray.