A colony of Madracis decactis (Ten-ray Star Coral).
Ten-ray Star Coral
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A colony of Madracis decactis (Ten-ray Star Coral) at about 60 m (200 ft) on Pulley Ridge. Population connectivity data indicate that larval transport for coral species occurs over shorter distances than for most fish species.

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