Rosy Sea Anemone

Kadosactis rosea

Rosy Sea Anemone

The rosy sea anemone has been found drifting on the bottom as deep as 3,600 metres, far into the cold abyss. It feeds by catching particles that sink past it and lives entirely on its own.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Actiniaria › Kadosactinidae › Kadosactis

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 100977.

FAQ

How deep does the Rosy Sea Anemone live?
The Rosy Sea Anemone (Kadosactis rosea) is typically found at to 3600 m.