How big is the Torch coral?

Torch coral (Euphyllia glabrescens) reaches 20–80 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Torch coral?

Torch coral is found between 3–35 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Torch coral?

IUCN status: Near threatened (NT).

Where can you find the Torch coral?

Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Torch coral (Euphyllia glabrescens)

Key facts

Scientific name: Euphyllia glabrescens
Common name: Torch coral
Category: Corals
Family: Euphylliidae
Genus: Euphyllia
Size: 20–80 cm
Depth: 3–35 m
IUCN status: Near threatened (NT)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef
Behaviours: sessile, colonial
Ocean zones: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea

Description

Euphyllia glabrescens reaches 80 cm colonies. Particular hard coral with coral skeleton but very large polyps with elongated straight fluorescent green-yellow to brown tentacles, tips often pink-purple forming like flaming torches in current. Lives from 3 to 35 m on coral reef slopes of Indo-Pacific. Listed NT by IUCN following intense aquarium trade. Spectacular photo and video appearance. Differentiated from E. paradivisa (more lobed). Highly sought aquarium subject.

Photo of Torch coral

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Torch coral?: Torch coral (Euphyllia glabrescens) reaches 20–80 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Torch coral?: Torch coral is found between 3–35 m deep.
Is the Torch coral dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Torch coral?: IUCN status: Near threatened (NT).
Where can you find the Torch coral?: Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Other species in the family Euphylliidae

Galaxea fascicularis - Galaxy coral

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 207617)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2259290)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia