Scapophyllia cylindrica [Scapophyllia cylindrica]
Description
Scapophyllia cylindrica is a species of sea anemone that is found in the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its elongated, cylindrical shape and is often found in deep water habitats. The anemone is sessile, latching onto hard substrates on the seafloor. It has a distinguishing feature of tentacles radiating from a central disc, which are used to capture small prey that drifts by in the water column.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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| Order |
Stony Corals
Scleractinia
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| Family |
Merulinidae
Merulinidae
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| Genus |
Scapophyllia
Scapophyllia
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