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Bits and fragments: documenting an unreported coral genus Heterocyathus Milne Edwards & Haime, 1848 from northwestern Bay of Bengal (Odisha coast) and a call for further assessment

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The collection of a dead specimen of the coral Heterocyathus cf. sulcatus on a sandy beach in southern Odisha highlights the importance of exploring offshore waters along this coast. The specimen was identified based on prominent taxonomic characters and association with coral boring worm. This genus was previously known to occur along the eastern coast of India, from the Gulf of Mannar/Palk Bay and off the Chennai coast. The presence of rocky offshore outcrops and a sandy substratum in the vicinity suggests that the specimen likely originated from that location.

Source: Journal of Threatened Taxa

DOI: 10.11609/jott.8256.16.10.26007-26012

Authors: Durga Prasad Behera, Rocktim Ramen Das

Institutions: Gujarat Institute of Desert Ecology, Berhampur University, University of the Ryukyus

Language: English

Topic: Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies

Subfield: Ecology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Life below water

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $600