Halomitra

Halomitra is a genus of stony corals in the family Fungiidae, commonly called mushroom corals. Its species are typically solitary and free-living rather than permanently attached to reef substrate. They rest on sandy or rubble seabeds and can move to a limited extent, an adaptation to unstable environments such as lagoon floors and sediment-rich reef flats. Halomitra pileus is noted for its relatively large, dome-like form.

Taxonomic rank

Genus of stony corals

Lifestyle

Typically solitary and free-living

Noted species

Halomitra pileus