Pink Jewel Anemone [Corynactis haddoni]
Description
The Pink Jewel Anemone is a marine species found mainly in the warm waters of the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its vibrant pink color and its ability to fluoresce under certain light conditions. This species prefers rocky substrates and can often be found in large, dense colonies. They are filter feeders, catching plankton and small particles of food as they pass by in the water.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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| Order |
True Sea Anemones
Actiniaria
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| Family |
Beadlet Anemones
Actiniidae
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| Genus |
Jewel Anemones
Cereus
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