How deep does the Burrowing Brown Anemone live?

The Burrowing Brown Anemone (Paranthus niveus) is typically found at 0–108 m.

Burrowing Brown Anemone

Paranthus niveus

Group: Anemone
Typical depth: 0–108 m

The burrowing brown anemone sinks its column down into sand, mud or fine gravel, leaving only its ring of tentacles showing in tide pools and below, to a depth of about 108 metres. Pulled from the bottom, it can contract into a smooth ball.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Actiniaria › Actinostolidae › Paranthus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 283463.

FAQ

How deep does the Burrowing Brown Anemone live?: The Burrowing Brown Anemone (Paranthus niveus) is typically found at 0–108 m.