Lace Coral (3”-5”) red where traditional filter feeding is

where traditional filter feeding is less effective

as their common name suggests

Their nervous ganglia are concentrated in the visceral region

though most often in areas of poorer water quality

Lace Coral (3”-5”) red where traditional filter feeding isThe Stylaster corals are found in cool waters at depths from 40 to 180 feet (12 55 meters). They occur in groups under shaded ledges, caves, and overhangs where they avoid strong sunlight. The flat part of the coral faces into a strong current where it can make use of the passing plankton and other prey. They use the venomous cells (nematocysts) found in their tentacles to catch prey in these nutrient rich waters, but also to sting and deflect any