The irregular patches of this coral appear different depending on age. Younger patches are made up of corals with … See more

Millepora squarrosa prefer shallow water and hard substrate, and tend to be more common where there is heavy surf. These corals are found up to 20m of water and are located in various parts of reefs, including the "reef cr… See more

Outside of the Caribbean Sea this species can be found as far south as Brazil in the Western Atlantic. There is discussion about what separates species of the Millepora genus, however the most recent literature references … See more

The heavier surf that these corals are found in may have resulted in the coral being more sturdy, through compact and wide bases. The name fire coral comes from the stinging sensation that occurs when they are touche… See more