Suborder Gorgonacea is a specific classification of marine organisms that belong to the Octocorallia order. These creatures are often referred to as sea fans or sea whips due to their resemblance to the shape of a fan or whip. Other synonyms for the Suborder Gorgonacea include Alcyonacea, which describes the soft-bodied nature of these creatures, and Holaxonia, which is based on the presence of a flexible internal skeleton. Additionally, the Suborder Gorgonacea can also be referred to as the Gorgonian corals, as they are a type of coral that can be found in the depths of oceans worldwide. Despite the various names, all synonyms for Suborder Gorgonacea refer to the same group of fascinating, marine organisms.