Protoptilum stet. (A). in situ image (B). whole colony (C). detail of polyps before preservation.
Protoptilum stet. (A). in situ image (B). whole colony (C). detail of polyps before preservation.

Protoptilidae is a family of corals belonging to the order Pennatulacea.

Genera:

  • Distichoptilum Verrill, 1882
  • Protoptilum Kölliker, 1872