Plesiastrea versipora (Lamark, 1816)

(Fig. 34)

Material: ZUTC Cnid. 1029, colony fragment, Larak Island, 26° 53' 0.7" N, 56° 20' 51.3" E, Coll. J. Vajed Samiei, November 2010.

Identification guide: Veron (2000)

Notes for local identification: Colonies are massive to sub-massive, light brown or green. Polyps are often extended during the day.

Abundance: uncommon.

Depth of occurrence: About 3 m.