AnAge entry for Leiopathes

Classification (HAGRID: 04601)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Cnidaria
        Class: Anthozoa
            Order: Antipatharia
                Family: Leiopathidae
Genus
Leiopathes (Browse taxon)
Common name
Black coral
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Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Observations

One colony in Hawaii was estimated to be 4,265 years of age [0967]. Because colonies are composed of individual polyps, however, it is not appropriate to compare the longevity of a colony to that of other animals.

References

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