Phylum: Cnidaria

Class: Anthozoa

Subclass: Hexacorallia

Order: Actiniaria

Suborder: Nynantheae

Family: Edwardsiidae

Scientific name: Edwardsiella carnea

 

Norwegian: -

(Selva - The Trondheim fjord / 19 meters / 9.20.2006)

Distribution: This tiny anemone is a frequent inhabitant of the Norwegian coastline. It can be found in holes or crevices, below the mid-tide level. It often appears in large aggregations.

Characteristics: Due to its modest dimensions, the cylindrical column is 30 x 3-4 mm, and well hidden locations in crevices and holes, this common and beautiful anemone is easily overlooked. The cylinder is transparent with a pink or reddish centre. The lower parts of the cylinder wall usually has a white coloration. Up to 36, but usually less than 28 slender tentacles are quickly retracted when disturbed.

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