Gigantic Anemone
Metridium farcimen
- Group: Anemone
- Typical depth: 0–200 m
- Max size: 10 cm
One of the tallest anemones of the northeast Pacific, this giant settles on reefs, wrecks and pilings from the shallows down to about 200 metres. Its column carries a broad crown of fine tentacles that filter food from the current.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Cnidaria › Hexacorallia › Actiniaria › Metridiidae › Metridium
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 283704.
FAQ
- How deep does the Gigantic Anemone live?
- The Gigantic Anemone (Metridium farcimen) is typically found at 0–200 m.
- How big does the Gigantic Anemone get?
- The Gigantic Anemone grows to about 10 cm.