White-spotted Rose Anemone [Urticina lofotensis]
Description
Urticina lofotensis, also known as the Strawberry Anemone or White-spotted Rose Anemone, is a species of sea anemone found in the northern Atlantic Ocean. They are characterized by their large size, red color, and white warts. They prefer hard substrates and can be found at depths ranging from the intertidal zone to 1000 meters. They feed on a variety of organisms, including mussels, barnacles, and crabs.
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 |
Beadlet Anemones
Actiniidae
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| Genus |
Strawberry Anemones
Actinothoe
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