Phymactis [Phymactis]
Description
Phymactis is a genus of sea anemones that are recognized for their unique appearance and the variety of colors they exhibit. These anemones possess a broad, fleshy base that allows them to adhere to rocks and other surfaces, and a columnar body that can extend and retract dramatically. Phymactis species are equipped with numerous long, slender tentacles that they use to ensnare small fish and invertebrates. They are found in a wide range of marine habitats, from shallow tide pools to deeper waters, and are noted for their resilience and adaptability to different environmental conditions.
Species

Papuan Rose Anemone [Phymactis papillosa]
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Lembeh Sea Anemone [Phymactis lembensis]
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Mushroom Sea Anemone [Phymactis clematis]
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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 |
Saddle Anemones
Sagartiidae
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Statistics
- Species 3