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Gorgonian coral polyps, these tiny sea creatures, are a wonder of nature. Living together in large groups, each polyp constructs a delicate skeleton made of gorgonin. As they grow, the polyps connect, forming a network of branches. These branches unite to create a larger, fan-shaped structure- the breathtaking sea fan. This fan not only aids the coral in collecting food from the water but also provides shelter for other sea animals. The collective effort of many polyps results in the sea fan growing bigger and stronger, a testament to the beauty and resilience of nature. Aesthetically, gorgonian coral sea fans are undoubtedly one of the most spectacular invertebrate colonies found beneath the sea. They are found in temperate and tropical oceans and can reach enormous sizes in Australia.
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Gorgonian coral polyps, these tiny sea creatures, are a wonder of nature. Living together in large groups, each polyp constructs a delicate skeleton made of gorgonin. As they grow, the polyps connect, forming a network of branches. These branches unite to create a larger, fan-shaped structure- the breathtaking sea fan. This fan not only aids the coral in collecting food from the water but also provides shelter for other sea animals. The collective effort of many polyps results in the sea fan growing bigger and stronger, a testament to the beauty and resilience of nature. Aesthetically, gorgonian coral sea fans are undoubtedly one of the most spectacular invertebrate colonies found beneath the sea. They are found in temperate and tropical oceans and can reach enormous sizes in Australia.