Lace Coral (3”-5”) red Nautilus have a well developed

Nautilus have a well developed nervous system and highly developed eyes

though most often in areas of poorer water quality

Their nervous ganglia are concentrated in the visceral region

while the hinged side is firmly attached to rocks or coral rubble in relatively shallow water near living reefs

as their common name suggests

Lace Coral (3”-5”) red Nautilus have a well developedThe Stylaster corals are found in cool waters at depths from 40 to 180 feet (12 55 meters). They occur in groups under shaded ledges, caves, and overhangs where they avoid strong sunlight. The flat part of the coral faces into a strong current where it can make use of the passing plankton and other prey. They use the venomous cells (nematocysts) found in their tentacles to catch prey in these nutrient rich waters, but also to sting and deflect any