831 species

Porites desilveri

Veron, 2000

Porites

Link, 1807

Characters: Colonies are encrusting with a smooth or nodular surface forming short branches. Septa are so irregular that the Porites pattern is often unrecognisable.

Colour: Grey with white tops to nodules.

Similar Species: Porites heronensis.

Habitat: Shallow reef environments, especially lagoons.

Abundance: Common.

Taxonomic References: Veron (2000a); Veron (2002a);

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