Pig-tooth Coral (Balanophyllia europaea)

Pig-tooth Coral, a reference photo — Photo: Géry PARENT · Public domain

Balanophyllia europaea, called also scarlet coral or pig-tooth coral, is a small species of stony coral in the family Dendrophylliidae.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Pig-tooth Coral being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Homophyllia australis
Phyllangia americana
Caryophyllia inornata

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Cnidaria
Class: Anthozoa
Order: Scleractinia
Family: Dendrophylliidae
Genus: Balanophyllia
Species: Balanophyllia europaea

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