What is another word for gorgoniacea?
Pronunciation: [ɡɔːɡˌə͡ʊnɪˈe͡ɪsi͡ə] (IPA) 
Gorgoniacea is a taxonomic classification for a group of marine animals commonly known as sea fans or gorgonians. These creatures are a type of soft coral that form intricate, branching structures which provide habitats for a variety of marine life. Synonyms for gorgoniacea include Alcyonacea, Octocorallia, and Gorgonidae. Alcyonacea refers to a subclass of soft corals that includes sea fans, sea whips, and sea pens. Octocorallia is a broader classification that includes all soft corals, sea pens, and sea fans. Gorgonidae is a family within the gorgonian order that includes several types of sea fans and sea whips.
