Merulina Coral (11”x10”) on Metal Stand muffin this species can be the

this species can be the most common coral on reefs

They have a large

These mollusks are carnivorous preying on lobsters

but may be found on rare occasions

Merulina Coral (11”x10”) on Metal Stand muffin this species can be theThis coral is found in shallow waters on reefs and in lagoons in tropical parts of the IIndo Pacific region. Colonies of this species have vertical, irregular, two sided fronds about 5 cm (2 in) tall and not more than 5 mm (0. 2 in) thick. The corallites housing the polyps are very shallow and form widely separated rows parallel to the margins of the fronds. The bases of these fronds may be dead while the upper parts are still alive supported by the