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Zoanthid coral species
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This zoanthid coral forms large colonies by encrusting rocks in shallow waters. In Japan it is found south of central Honshu. It strengthens its body by embedding grains of sand into its skeleton.

Scientific name Zoanthus sansibaricus
English name Zoanthid coral species

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