Florent's Guide To The Florida, Bahamas &

Caribbean Reefs

Common Sea Fan
Gorgonia ventalina

Common Sea Fan - Gorgonia ventalina
Location: British Virgin Islands

Scientific Name: Gorgonia ventalina
Also known as: Purple Sea Fan
Category: Octocorals
Size: 2 to 6 ft. (60 to 180 cm)  
Depth: 3-100 ft. (1-30 m)
Distribution: Caribbean, Bahamas, Florida


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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