A marine cnidarian species characterized by its vibrant coloration and distinctive morphology, found in cold temperate marine environments of the North Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
Rocky intertidal zones, subtidal regions, and marine benthic environments at depths ranging from 0-50 meters, typically on rocky substrates with moderate water currents
Critical marine ecosystem component, providing habitat and shelter for various marine invertebrates, serving as prey for sea stars and fish, and contributing to local marine biodiversity
