Mediterranean Sea Anemone [Parovactis mediterranea]
Description
Parovactis mediterranea, or the Mediterranean Sea Anemone, is a species of sea anemone endemic to the Mediterranean Sea. The species is characterized by its cylindrical body, adhesive foot, and a crown of tentacles surrounding a central mouth. It is a solitary, sessile animal, and is typically found attached to substrates in shallow waters. It feeds on small fish and invertebrates, capturing them with its tentacles. The color of this species varies, typically exhibiting hues of red, brown, or green.
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 |
Tube Anemones
Cerianthidae
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| Genus |
Parovactis
Parovactis
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