These two iconic Acropora are so closely related that for many years A. spathulata were thought to be thick versions of Acropora millepora on the top and exposed reef. Acropora spathulata was even called A. millepora by the most eminent coral taxonomists right up until 1999, and until now, Acropora spathulata has only been recorded…
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