Sea Anemone

Learn about Sea Anemone

Sea anemones are invertebrates that inhabit marine environments around the world. They are classified in the phylum Cnidaria, which also includes jellyfish, corals, and hydra.

What is an Anemone?

Anemones are invertebrates, marine animals related to coral and jellyfish. They are predatory animals that use their tentacles to catch prey. Anemones are also colonial animals, meaning they live in colonies and attach themselves to rocks or other objects. Each anemone has a mouth located in the center of its body, surrounded by tentacles. They eat small fish, shrimp, and other invertebrates. Anemones also have a symbiotic relationship with certain types of fish. The fish eat the anemone’s prey, and in return, the anemone provides a safe place for the fish to live.