6 Stunning Plants and Sea Creatures on the Ocean Floor - Page 6 of 8

Purple Coral

The vibrant hue of this lilac-looking purple coral isn’t the only striking thing about it: Though the color is rare, acropora coral is one of the most plentiful types of coral. It’s immensely beneficial, too, as it provides a habitat for fish and other sea life. These corals are also a reef-building species, which means they’re often the first on the scene of a new reef, and they spread to provide homes for other corals.