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Golden Zoanthid

Aspect: Entirely golden polyp-like anemones that colonise sponges, particularly the green finger or rope types.
Population: Common, very visible during night dives.
Notable feature: Tentacles are arranged in two superimposed rows
Environment: Generally on sponges anchored on solid structures, shipwrecks being a favourite.
Behaviour: -
  • French designation: Zoanthaire Doré
  • Latin designation: Parazoanthus swiftii
  • Creole designation: -
  • Latin family: Zoanthidea
  • Size (cm): 3-4
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