How big is the Bubble coral?

Bubble coral (Plerogyra sinuosa) reaches 20–80 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Bubble coral?

Bubble coral is found between 3–35 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Bubble coral?

IUCN status: Near threatened (NT).

Where can you find the Bubble coral?

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

Bubble coral (Plerogyra sinuosa)

Key facts

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

Description

Plerogyra sinuosa reaches 80 cm colonies. Remarkable Euphylliidae hard coral with hyaline spherical white-green or brown-green vesicles inflated during day (hence bubble), forming clusters of translucent spheres. Fine tentacles come out at night for plankton capture. Lives from 3 to 35 m in caves, overhangs and sheltered reefs of Indo-Pacific. Listed NT. Bubbles maximize surface exposed to light for symbiotic zooxanthellae. Preferred shelter of Vir philippinensis shrimp, iconic macro subject.

Photo of Bubble coral

Frequently asked questions

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

Similar species

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 207498)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2259273)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia