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isis hippuris

Alternative names: sea bamboo

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Isis hippuris is a species of bamboo coral, recognizable by its bamboo-looking structure. It has a yellow-green color and grows to a height of 30-40 cm (some may reach 100 cm in height).

This species of coral is only found in the Western Pacific Ocean, particularly off the coasts of Indonesia and India. It prefers loose substrates and strong water flow.

Often seen in Anambas Islands