Scientific Name: Entacmaea quadricolor

Fun Fact: This species is called bubble tip anemone because they can inflate the ends of their tentacles to look bubble-shaped. It is often found with clownfish and other types of anemonefish. Do you see a clownfish within its tentacles?

Region: It is found widespread throughout the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific area, including the Red Sea.


Image Credit: Samantha Sherry

Information: Fautin, Daphne G. & Allen, Gerald R. (1997). Field Guide to Anemone Fishes and Their Host Sea AnemonesWestern Australian MuseumISBN 9780730983651