VU

Echinophyllia coral

Echinophyllia costata

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Echinophyllia costata faces severe pressure from ocean warming and acidification, which causes coral bleaching and reduces the species' ability to build its calcium carbonate skeleton. Coastal development and sedimentation from land-based activities smother coral colonies and reduce water quality in shallow reef environments. Collection for the marine aquarium trade targets this species due to its attractive plate-like growth form and vibrant coloration.

Threat summary

Habitat

This hard coral species inhabits shallow tropical reef environments, typically found on reef slopes and lagoons at depths of 5-30 meters. It prefers areas with moderate water flow and forms distinctive plate-like colonies that can extend horizontally across the reef substrate.

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Unknown
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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Echinophyllia coral classified as Vulnerable?
Echinophyllia coral is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Echinophyllia costata faces severe pressure from ocean warming and acidification, which causes coral bleaching and reduces the species' ability to build its calcium carbonate skeleton. Coastal development and sedimentation from land-based activities smother coral colonies and reduce water quality in shallow reef environments. Collection for the marine aquarium trade targets this species due to its attractive plate-like growth form and vibrant coloration.
Where does Echinophyllia coral live?
Echinophyllia coral occurs in Indonesia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Echinophyllia coral?
The main threats to Echinophyllia coral are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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