Acropora valida is a marine coral species belonging to the genus Acropora, characterized by its complex branching morphology and significant ecological role in coral reef ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical marine environments, predominantly in the Indo-Pacific region, inhabiting depths between 1-40 meters in coral reef systems with warm water temperatures around 24-29°C
Ecological Role
Crucial reef-building species that provides habitat and shelter for marine organisms, contributes to coastal protection, and supports marine biodiversity through complex structural formations
Morphology
SKIN COATHard calcium carbonate exoskeleton with smooth, intricate surface texture
LIMBS WINGSBranching arms with multiple polyp-containing axial corallites
HEAD SENSORYPolyps distributed across branch surfaces with basic chemosensory capabilities
BODY STRUCTUREBranching, bushy coral colony with multiple interconnected branches, typically 15-30 cm in height, featuring delicate calcified skeletal structure
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: NPS photo - Eva DiDonato. Identified by Charles Birkeland
