Lagoon sea anemone [Ectopleura larynx]
Description
The Lagoon sea anemone, or Ectopleura larynx, is a marine cnidarian species found in lagoons and shallow waters near the coast. It is notable for its polyps, which are elongated and have a bulbous tip. The Lagoon sea anemone is often found in colonies, attached to substrates such as rocks, shells, and even man-made structures. This species is known to be a strong competitor, often out-competing other species for space.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hydroids, Fire Corals, and Stinging Anemones
Hydrozoa
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| Order |
Leptothecata
Leptothecata
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| Family |
Tube-dwelling hydroids
Tubulariidae
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| Genus |
Ectopleura
Ectopleura
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