Anthopleura [Anthopleura]

Description

Anthopleura is a genus of sea anemones that encompasses a diverse group of species, including some that form symbiotic relationships with various types of algae. This genus is distinguished by the presence of both long and short tentacles, arranged in concentric circles around the mouth, and the ability of many species to reproduce asexually through a process known as fission. Anthopleura species are commonly found in rocky shorelines and tide pools across the globe, where they play an important role in the marine ecosystem as both predators and sources of shelter for small marine animals.

Species

Aggregating Anemone [Anthopleura elegantissima]

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Sola Anemone [Anthopleura sola]

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Cracked Anemone [Anthopleura fissipuncta]

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Arctic Anemone [Anthopleura artemisia]

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Taxonomy