This blushing star coral (Stephanocoenia mechelinii) is severely affected by Dark Spot Syndrome. Although this syndrome rarely kills corals, it can cause localized mortality of coral tissues, as seen in the center of this colony.
Photo Category: Coral Reefs
Photo Location: Caribbean Sea, Cayman Islands
Photo Date: 2007 May 21
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