Ceriantheopsis [Ceriantheopsis]

Description

Ceriantheopsis includes species of tube anemones that are particularly noted for their striking colors and the elaborate patterns on their tentacles. They live in tubes made from a special secretion, buried in soft marine substrates. These anemones have a dual set of tentacles, with the outer set being used for defense and the inner set for capturing prey. They are found in various marine environments, from shallow waters to deeper oceanic regions, and contribute to the diversity of benthic communities.

Species

American Parchment Tube Worm [Ceriantheopsis americanus]

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Southern Parchment Tube Worm [Ceriantheopsis austroafricanus]