Species Type:
Invertebrates
Common Name(s):
Clonal anemone
Size:
Individuals can be to 2.4 inches (6 centimeters) high and 3.1 inches (8 centimeters) wide.
Diet:
These anemones catch food carried on the current! When crustaceans or other animals move by, the anemones sting the prey with cells called nematocysts on the surface of the tentacles.
Range & Habitat:
These anemones live along rocky coasts from Alaska to southern California.
Details:
The clonal anemone, also called the aggregating anemone or pink-tipped anemone, possesses stinging cells called nematocysts in their tentacles, which help defend against predators and capture prey. The pink or purple tips of their tentacles can vary in hue depending on their environment and the presence of certain pigments.