A genus of coral known for their branching, tree-like structure; also called sea fans.
From 'Gorgon,' likely because the sea fan's branching appearance resembles the writhing snakes on a Gorgon's head. Named by naturalists who saw the similarity.
Scientists named a coral after the Gorgons because the coral's branches look like snakes—it's an example of how myths inspire actual science naming conventions!
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