A marine cnidarian species belonging to the order Actiniaria, characterized by its delicate tentacular structure and soft-bodied morphology in marine ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Intertidal rocky shores and coastal marine environments in the North Atlantic Ocean, predominantly found in European coastal regions with cold to temperate waters between 0-50 meters depth.
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in marine benthic ecosystems as a filter feeder, providing food for predatory marine species and contributing to local marine biodiversity and ecosystem balance.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, gelatinous epidermis with potential color variations including pale cream, white, and light brown
LIMBS WINGSMultiple slender, translucent tentacles arranged concentrically around the oral disc, capable of rapid extension and retraction
HEAD SENSORYRadially symmetrical oral disc with sensitive tentacles capable of detecting prey and environmental stimuli
BODY STRUCTURESoft, cylindrical body with a central column measuring approximately 30-50 mm in height, featuring a prominent oral disc surrounded by numerous retractable tentacles
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Gosse, Philip Henry; Hullmandel & Walton
