Coral Reef Facts: January 28, 2011-Purple Brush Gorgonian
Coral Reef Fact:
Purple Brush Gorgonian (Muriceopsis flavida)
The Rough Sea Plume/Feather Gorgonian (Muriceopis flavida) can form different shapes depending on water movement. A bushy appearance occurs in turbulent waters. A flat fan shape occurs when the water current sways the gorgonian back and forth. Please support Reef Relief’s work to protect coral reefs.
