Zoanthid Sea Anemone [Bunodosoma zoanthoides]
Description
The Zoanthid Sea Anemone is a tropical species found in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. It has a small size, with a maximum diameter of 2 cm. This species is characterized by its brownish-red color and wart-like bumps on the body. They are usually found in shallow water, attached to rocks or corals.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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| Order |
Zoanthids
Zoantharia
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| Family |
Parazoanthids
Parazoanthidae
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| Genus |
Warty Anemones
Parazoanthella
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