Sea Anemone Collection (page 11)

Porcelain crab feeding
Porcelain crab (Neopetrolisthes maculatus) filtering plankton from the water to eat. It is standing on a carpet anemone (Stichodactyla haddoni)

Aggregating anemone (Anthopleura elegantissima). This species of sea anemone is also known as clonal anemone and can be found on rocky, tide swept shores

Beadlet anemone (Actinia equina) of the strawberry variety, with its tentacles retracted. Anemones have an array of tentacles which act as a defence mechanism and a means of capturing plankton

Beadlet anemone with young
Beadlet anemone (Actinia equina) of the strawberry variety, with its tentacles retracted. The smaller anemone is a baby. The blue organism with a yellow star is a sea squirt

Anemone shrimp in its anemone
Anemone shrimp (Periclimenes brevicarpalis) in its host sea anemone (Cryptodendrum adhaesivum). This shrimp has a symbiotic association with the anemone

Ochre sea star (Pisaster ochraceus) amongst giant green anemone (Anthopleura xanthogrammica). This species of starfish can be found in waters up to 100 metres deep and feeds on mussels, barnacles

Ocellaris anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) hidden in a sea anemone. Anemonefish, also called clownfish, live in association with sea anemones. Both partners benefit in a mutualistic association

Moluccan cardinalfish (Apogon moluccensis) sheltering above a sea anemone. Photographed in Sulawesi, Indonesia

Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) sheltering by the tentacles of its host sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica). This small fish spends nearly all of its life amongst the stinging tentacles

Black anemone fish (Amphiprion melanopus) hidden in the tentacles of a partially bleached sea anemone. This fish, also known as the fire clownfish

Moluccan cardinalfish (Apogon moluccensis). School of moluccan cardinalfish sheltering in a sea anemone. This fish is around 9 centimetres in length and is found in the Indo-West Pacific

Saddle anemonefish (Amphiprion ephippium) by its host anemone. This fish, also known as the red saddleback anemonefish, is found on the coral reefs of the eastern Indian Ocean

Ocellaris anemonefish laying eggs
Ocellaris anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) laying eggs. The process of egg laying lasts around half an hour. The female lays between 100- 1000 eggs

Western clown anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) hiding amongst the tentacles of its host sea anemone. This fish has a symbiotic relationship with the anemone

Ocellaris anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) hidden in a magnificent sea anemone (Heteractic magnifica) on a coral reef. Anemonefish, also called clownfish, live in association with anemones

Black anemonefish (Amphiprion melanopus) in their host anemone. The female (right) is far larger than the male (left). This fish, also known as the fire clownfish

Anemones. Close-up of Protopalythoa sp. anemones on a reef. Photographed off Rinca Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Plumose sea anemones (Metridium senile). These anemones are found mostly in the cooler waters of the northern Pacific and Atlantic oceans. Photographed in the White Sea, Russia

Sea anemone, 18th century

Pink anemonefish sheltering. Pink anemonefish (Amphiprion perideraion) sheltering in its host anemone. This anemone has become bleached through stress caused by changes to its environment

Bubble tip anemone. Close-up of the fluorescent tentacles of a bubble tip anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor). The tentacles are usually a dull brown

Burrowing sand anemone (Edwardsia sp.) on the sea-bed. Photographed off Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Anemone shrimp. Ancylomenes sarasvati anemone shrimp in a bleached sea anemone (order Actiniaria). Photographed off Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

Anemone shrimp on bubble coral. Photographed off Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Clarkes anemonefish (Amphiprion clarkii) in its host anemone. Photographed in the Philippines, Indonesia

Shaggy mouse nudibranchs

Spinecheek anemonefish (Premnas biaculeatus) swimming amongst bubble tip anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor) tentacles. Photographed in Misool, Raja Empat, West Papua, Indonesia

Clown anemonefish (Amphiprion percula) in a blue variety of giant carpet anemone (Stichodactyla gigantea). Photographed in Papua New Guinea, Indonesia

Anemones and sea squirts. Zoanthid anemones (Acrozoanthus sp. red) and sea squirts (or tunicates, Clavelina sp. and Didemnum sp.) on a reef. Photographed in Indonesia

False clown anemonefish (Amphiprion ocellaris) amongst anemone tentacles. Seen here are a female and two small males. Photographed in Misool, Raja Empat, West Papua, Indonesia

Spinecheek anemonefish (Premnas biaculeatus) swimming amongst bubble tip anemone (Entacmaea quadricolor) tentacles. Photographed in Misool, Raja Empat, West Papua, Indonesia

Sea urchin and anemone. Northern red anemone (Urticina felina, upper right) and pale sea urchin (Strongylocentrotus pallidus, lower left) on rocks

Anemonefish in sea anemone
Anemonefish (Amphiprion sp.) in a sea anemone. Photographed in Bunaken Marine Park, Sulawesi, Indonesia

USA, Oregon, Nepture SP. Jewel-toned sea anemones cover the living rocks of Neptune State Park, on Cape Perpetua, Oregon

USA, Washington, Olympic NP, Rialto Beach. Giant green anemones with snails and Blue Mussels, Summer

Giant green anemones and ochre sea stars

Branching Anemone - releasing eggs
VT-7762 Branching Anemone - releasing eggs Actinodendron plumosum Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cylinder Anemone - European coasts
PM-6339 CYLINDER SEA ANEMONE European coasts Cerianthus sp. Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Tube Anemone - Normally coloured gray or off white - This anemone is a rare colour standing out like a beacon in 12
VT-9031 Tube Anemone - Normally coloured gray or off white - This anemone is a rare colour standing out like a beacon in 12 meters of water Indonesia Cerianthid sp

Tube Dwelling Sea Anemone, northwest Pacific
PM-10628 Tube Dwelling Sea Anemone, northwest Pacific. Coelenterates Pachycerianthus magnus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

A Wandering anemone - usually attach themselves in large numbers to Sea whips or Gorgonian sea fans
AUS-1954 A Wandering anemone - usually attach themselves in large numbers to Sea whips or Gorgonian sea fans (thus dubbed Gorgonian wrappers')

Swimming anemone - A beautiful, flower-like animal, frequently seen attached to corals and sea fans
AUS-1941 Swimming anemone - A beautiful, flower-like animal, frequently seen attached to corals and sea fans. New South Wales, Australia Nemanthus sp

Waratah anemone - growing alongside a cluster of Mussels, Brachidontes rostratus, Pirates Bay, Eaglehawk Neck
AUS-1952 Waratah anemone - growing alongside a cluster of Mussels, Brachidontes rostratus Pirates Bay, Eaglehawk Neck, Tasmania

Beadlet Anemone with half opened tentacles together with common limpet, snails
SAS-427 Beadlet Anemone - with half opened tentacles together with common limpet (patella vulgata), snails, acorn barnacles and algae in rock pool Coast near Elgol, Isle of Skye, Western Highlands

Anemone Crab - & Saddle back anemonefish. Sharing the same anemone in a synbiotic relationship
VT-8743 Anemone Crab - & Saddle back anemonefish. Sharing the same anemone in a symbiotic relationship. The stinging cells of the host anemone give both creatures protection from preditors

Anemone Hermit crab - lacking a hard shell of its own the hermit crab makes its home in a vacant shell
VT-8746 Anemone Hermit crab - lacking a hard shell of its own the hermit crab makes its home in a vacant shell. As a disguise it plants stinging anemones on its shell

Tube Anemone - Indonesia
VT-8965 Tube Anemone Indonesia Cerianthid sp. Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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"Discover the Enchanting World of Sea Anemones and Their Colorful Companions" Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing beauty of sea anemones as they form symbiotic relationships with a variety of fascinating marine creatures. In the magnificent depths of the ocean, witness the harmonious bond between Western clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) and their chosen homes, the stunning Magnificent sea anemone (Heteractis magnifica). These vibrant fish find solace amidst the graceful tentacles, creating a picturesque scene straight out of a tropical paradise. Venturing further into the Indo-Pacific region, encounter another delightful partnership - Spine-cheek Anemonefish gracefully navigating through Sea Anemone's tropical haven. The vivid colors blend seamlessly with this underwater oasis created by nature's artistic touch. As Doryaspis swim amongst a bed of Anthozoa, one can't help but be captivated by this symphony of life beneath the waves. Traveling to Fiji, witness Clownfish (Amphiprion Barberi) playing hide-and-seek within clusters of sea anemones. Their playful antics bring joy to any observer lucky enough to catch a glimpse. Meanwhile, in Oregon's Neptune State Park, marvel at an orange starfish surrounded by green sea anemones – a breathtaking sight that showcases nature's diversity and resilience. Moving on from these enchanting scenes, explore more hidden treasures such as False clown anemonefish finding refuge among delicate coral structures or Sugar kelp dancing alongside elegant Sea anemones near majestic icebergs. Witness harmony unfold as Anemone prawns perch delicately on Snakelocks anemones off Jersey's coast. In Micronesia's Yap Island waters resides yet another captivating spectacle - Three spot damselfish seeking shelter within their beloved Sea anemonies' embrace. This intricate relationship demonstrates how nature provides a safe haven for its inhabitants.