Parazoanthus aliceae [Parazoanthus aliceae]
Description
Parazoanthus aliceae is commonly seen as clustered polyps that create a distinct, bumpy texture on the seafloor. Divers may observe the polyps gently opening and closing, giving the colony a “breathing” appearance as water flow brings in food.
Where To See Parazoanthus aliceae
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Colonial Anemones
Zoantharia
|
| Family |
Zoanthids & Button Polyps
Parazoanthidae
|
| Genus |
Symbiotic Colonial Anemones
Parazoanthus
|
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