Grooved Brain Coral
By Keri Murrell
Grooved Brain Corals are marine invertebrates. They are unmistakable as they appear to represent a human brain with grooved brain folds. The grooves further resemble a labyrinth, hence the scientific name Diploria labryrinthiformis. Corals consist of polyps, genetically identical animals. These secrete calcium carbonate to form the brain-like structure. Due to its hardness, the coral is classified as stony. This makes them an important reef building species.
