Florent's Guide To The

South Florida Reefs

Common Sea Fan

Gorgonia ventalina

Common Sea Fan - Gorgonia ventalina

Location: Belize

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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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