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Genus Acropora
Staghorn coral spotted at the Agincourt reef on the Great Barrier Reef, like the previous spotting.
Staghorn coral occurs from 0-98 feet (0 to 30 m) deep. The upper limit is defined by wave forces, and the lower limit is controlled by suspended sediments and light availability.
Staghorn coral is a favorite place for fish to hide; when disturbed they all duck inside the coral branches for protection.
Spotted on May 20, 2008
Submitted on May 29, 2011
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