831 species

Goniopora cellulosa

Veron, 1990

Goniopora

de Blainville, 1830

Characters: Colonies are massive. Walls are thin and perforated. Calices vary greatly in depth. Septa are short and irregularly fused. Columellae are irregular.

Colour: Brown or tan.

Similar Species: Goniopora minor.

Habitat: Shallow reef environments.

Abundance: Uncommon.

Taxonomic References: Veron (1990a); Veron (2000a);

Identification Guides: Nishihira and Veron (1995);

COTW History since Veron (2000a)
  • Family: All families are currently under review
  • Genus/species: No change