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
Papuan Rose Anemone [Phymactis papillosa]
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Lembeh Sea Anemone
Lembeh Sea Anemone [Phymactis lembensis]
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Mushroom Sea Anemone
Mushroom Sea Anemone [Phymactis clematis]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
Class Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
Order True Sea Anemones
Actiniaria
Family Saddle Anemones
Sagartiidae
Statistics
  • Species 3