Cerianthus [Cerianthus]

Cerianthus
Description

Cerianthus is one of the most well-known genera within the Cerianthidae family, comprising species often referred to as tube-dwelling anemones. These anemones are distinguished by their large size, vibrant colors, and the array of long tentacles that they use for capturing food. Cerianthus species are found in a variety of marine environments, from shallow reefs to deeper, darker waters, where they anchor themselves in soft substrates using their secreted tubes.

Species
Venezuelan tube anemone
Venezuelan tube anemone [Cerianthus vogti]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
Class Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
Order True Sea Anemones
Actiniaria
Family Tube Anemones
Cerianthidae
Statistics
  • Species 1