McPeak Anemone
Urticina mcpeaki
- Group: Anemone
- Typical depth: 0–36 m
- Max size: 7.5 cm
- For divers: safe
The McPeak anemone settles alone on rock, often dusted with sand and silt, in cool shallow water down to around thirty six metres. Its column reaches about eight centimetres and its tentacles spread to snare drifting prey.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Actiniaria › Tealidae › Urticina
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 283444.
FAQ
- How deep does the McPeak Anemone live?
- The McPeak Anemone (Urticina mcpeaki) is typically found at 0–36 m.
- Is the McPeak Anemone dangerous to divers?
- The McPeak Anemone is harmless to divers.
- How big does the McPeak Anemone get?
- The McPeak Anemone grows to about 7.5 cm.