Warty Anemones [Parazoanthella]

Description

Parazoanthella is a genus within the family Parazoanthidae, commonly referred to as warty anemones due to the wart-like projections found on their polyps. These marine anemones are characterized by their solitary or sparsely colonial nature, often found attached to rocky substrates or within crevices in coral reefs. They have a unique appearance, with translucent to opaque polyps that can display a range of colors from pale yellow to deep red or green. The 'warts' on their surface are actually specialized structures that may help in defense or in maximizing surface area for symbiotic algae. Parazoanthella species play a role in reef ecosystems by contributing to the biodiversity and providing microhabitats for small marine creatures.

Species

Brazilian Bunodosoma [Bunodosoma caissarum]

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Zoanthid Sea Anemone [Bunodosoma zoanthoides]