Stunning Plants and Animals under the Sea

1 Nov,2023

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With more than 1,200 species of sea anemone in the ocean, these creatures are responsible for some of the most stunning colors

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White-Plumed Anemone

The red sea whip is what you might expect a crimson-headed cartoon character's hair to look like if they were upside down

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Red Sea Whip

This vibrant green sea anemone bears a strong resemblance to the land-based Anastasia flower, a type of spider chrysanthemum.

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Green Sea Anemone

The vibrant hue of this lilac-looking purple coral isn't the only striking thing about it

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Purple Coral

Not all clownfish or all sea anemone are able to coexist, but for those that can, the relationship is mutually beneficial.

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Clownfish

They are deep-sea dwellers that make their homes in caves and other dark spaces.

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Sun Coral

Nutrient-rich kelp may show up on the beach as torn piles of seaweed, but underwater it has a whole different life.

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Kelp

Feathery soft corals make up this bouquet of brightly-colored sea life.

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Soft Coral

A type of stony coral, open brain coral are near threatened due to the reduction of coral reef habitat and harvesting for aquariums.

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Open Brain Coral