Pocillopora (Hard Coral)

Compact and sturdy, Pocillopora colonies reinforce reef crests and slopes. Their tightly packed branches resist currents and add resilience to exposed reef zones, helping stabilize the outer edges of the reef. Their dense structures shelter small reef fish and invertebrates, creating crucial microhabitats along wave-battered slopes.

Common Name: Cauliflower Coral

Scientific Name: Pocillopora sp.

Local Dhivehi Name: Raagaa/Raa Muraka