Eunicella cavolini is a marine octocoral species characterized by its yellow to golden-yellow branching structure, found in the Mediterranean Sea. This soft coral belongs to the family Eunicellidae and plays a significant role in Mediterranean marine ecosystems.
Typically found in rocky substrates and marine caves between 10-50 meters depth, preferring semi-shaded environments with moderate water currents in the Mediterranean Sea, particularly along coastal regions of Italy, France, and Greece.
Serves as a critical microhabitat for marine organisms, providing shelter and surface area for sessile invertebrates, contributing to marine biodiversity and serving as an important indicator of marine ecosystem health.
