Saddle Anemone

Saddle Anemone
English Common Name
Saddle Anemone
Scientific name
Stichodactyla haddoni
Taxonomy
Order: Actiniaria, Family: Stichodactylidae
Size
About 50 cm in diameter
Species Distribution
Indian Ocean to West Pacific Ocean
Among sea anemones, this species has strong toxins. Other corals and anemones that have less toxins can be killed by contact with Saddle Anemone. This species can build symbiotic relationships between clownfish or/and some other animals.

Updated August 2017

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