Mussismilia braziliensis

(Verrill, 1867)

Colonies are massive, usually forming large domes on reef tops. Corallites are cerioid, tightly compacted, irregular in shape and 8-10 millimetres diameter. Septa of living colonies have rounded, bead-like dentations.

Colour: Various combinations of blue-grey, green and yellow.

Habitat: Shallow or subtidal reef environments.

Abundance: Common.

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Taxonomic note: Source reference: Veron (2000). Taxonomic reference: Laborel (1969). Additional identification guide: Hetzel and Castro (1994).