Habitat
Gorgonia ventalina is distributed in a clumped, non-random distribution on coral reefs. Usually the most common gorgonian in coral reef habitats, it is primarily found on band and patch reefs. In addition, the G. ventalina can be found in near-shore areas with heavy wave action and also on deeper reefs (depths greater than 15 m).
Habitat Regions: tropical ; saltwater or marine
Aquatic Biomes: reef ; coastal
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Goetz, L. 2002. "Gorgonia ventalina" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed April 04, 2012 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Gorgonia_ventalina.html
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