Xenia coral

#Repost///@underwatta: Xenia 🪸 They are fascinating creatures that exhibit a very unique behavior. The pulsing movement you see in Xenia corals is actually their way of pumping water through their tissues. This rhythmic pulsing motion helps them to circulate water and obtain essential nutrients and oxygen.One theory suggests that Xenia corals pulse to increase their exposure to light. By moving their polyps, they can position themselves in areas where they can absorb more sunlight for photosynthesis, which is vital for their survival.Another possibility is that pulsing helps Xenia corals to remove any debris or sediment that may settle on their surfaces. This constant motion helps them to stay clean and maintain optimal conditions for growth.Overall, the pulsing behavior of Xenia corals remains somewhat of a mystery, but it is undoubtedly a captivating and mesmerizing sight to witness.Filmed by Marcelo Johan Ogata #bugDreamerVia:@_bugdreamer_Follow @underwatta for amazing uw pics📸🐠🐋 . ...#underthesea #underwaterphoto #underwaterpics #underwaterphotography #underwaterworld #underwaterlife #underwaterphotographer #savetheocean #savetheoceans #uwphoto #uwphotography #uwpics #savethereef #savethesea #savetheseaturtles #divers #scubadivers #scubadiving #scubaphoto #oceanlife #oceanconservation #océan #oceanphotography