Yellow Colony Polyp [Parazoanthus axinellae]
Description
The Yellow colony polyp, Parazoanthus axinellae, is a species of marine invertebrate that resides in the Atlantic Ocean. They form colonies of polyps attached to hard substrates and are known for their bright yellow color. These polyps feed on small particles in the water, filtering them out with their tentacles. They are found in a variety of marine environments, from shallow waters to deep sea.
Where To See Yellow Colony Polyp
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Cnidarians
Cnidaria
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexacorallians
Hexacorallia
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| Order |
Colonial Anemones
Zoantharia
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| Family |
Zoanthids & Button Polyps
Parazoanthidae
|
| Genus |
Symbiotic Colonial Anemones
Parazoanthus
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