Frilled Anemone [Metridium senile]
Description
The Frilled Anemone is a smaller species, growing up to 30 centimeters tall. It can be found in a variety of colors, including white, orange, and tan. They are very adaptable and can be found in a range of habitats, from rocky shores to mudflats, and from intertidal zones to depths of 30 meters. They feed on small organisms, which they catch with their tentacles.
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 |
Strawberry Anemones
Actinostolidae
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| Genus |
Plumose Anemones
Phelliactis
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