Bubblegum Coral [Paragorgia arborea]
Description
Bubblegum Coral is a type of deep-sea anemone that is characterized by its bright pink color and large, tree-like structure. It can grow up to 6 meters in height and is commonly found in the cold waters of the North Atlantic Ocean. Despite its name, it feeds on small particles in the water rather than bubbles.
Taxonomy
| 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 |
Burrowing Anemones
Edwardsiidae
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| Genus |
Deep Sea Anemone
Isodactylactis
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