Close-up of the deep sea coral (Enallopsammia profunda) with polyps (star-shaped protrusions) extended to feed on floating food particles. Unlike most corals found in more shallow water, Enallopsammia profunda lacks photosynthetic symbionts and as such must capture food itself for energy.

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