Sarcophyton glaucum
| Scientific name | Sarcophyton glaucum |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Quoy & Gaimard |
| Year of description | 1833 |
| IUCN category | NE |
| Family | Alcyoniidae |
| Genus | Sarcophyton |
Introduction
Sarcophyton glaucum is a salt water cnidarian.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Size60 - 80 cm
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TypeSoft coral
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Size60 - 80 cm
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TypeSoft coral
How to recognize Sarcophyton glaucum ?
Sarcophyton glaucum measures between 60 and 80 cm. This cnidarian is bicolore with a predominantly vert, rose, blanc and beige body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilityliving in colonies
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Dietnot specified
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Way of livingnocturnal
Reproduction
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Migratory speciesNo
Risks for humans
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VenomousNo
This species is venomous and can cause serious injuries when touched.
Where to find it?
Where to see this species?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth1 - 30 m
Biotope presentation
Sarcophyton glaucum is most often found at a depth between 1m and 30m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
To go further
Species of the same family
Sinularia flexibilis
Alcyoniidae
To read on the web
Sources & Contributions
Participation & Validation
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Where to see this species?
Scientific partners
Species of the same family
Sinularia flexibilis
Alcyoniidae
Species of the same biotope