Like Porites corals, these gorgeous specimens of Goniopora Flowerpot or Daisy corals are in the family Poritidae. Some at Anilao were perfectly spherical like great balls.
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Amazing that these massive Porites pore corals, beloved of Christmas tree worms, are same genus as Yellow Finger Coral (Porites cylindrica), LL.
Both are components of Anilao's wonderful reefscapes. #Batangas #Philippines #Scleractinia #Poritidae #corals #coralreef #coral
18/25