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Family Alcyoniidae

HAWAII

Sinularia densa

Blowhole, Oahu, Hawaii, 20 feet

 

 

Blowhole, Oahu, Hawaii, 20 feet

 

Hanauma Bay, Oahu, Hawaii, 20 feet

Blowhole, Oahu, Hawaii, 20 feet

 DENSE LEATHER CORAL

Generally uncommon, it forms extensive mats in areas exposed to heavy surge.  Appears bluish gray when tentacles are retracted.  Has a rubbery texture.  Central Indian Ocean to Hawaii.