831 species

Leptoseris gardineri

van der Horst, 1921

Leptoseris

Milne Edwards and Haime, 1849

Characters: Colonies are horizontal, unifacial, subdividing fronds. Stands may be over 10 metres across. Corallites are aligned on the centre of narrow parts of fronds or several may be aligned transversely on broad parts. They are outwardly inclined.

Colour: Pale cream or orange-brown.

Similar Species: Leptoseris papyracea.

Habitat: Usually occurs on lower reef slopes with soft substrates.

Abundance: Uncommon.

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