Parazoanthus axinellae
| Scientific name | Parazoanthus axinellae |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Schmidt |
| Year of description | 1862 |
| IUCN category | LC |
| Family | parazoanthidae |
| Genus | Parazoanthus |
Introduction
Parazoanthus axinellae is a little salt water cnidarian.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Size2 - 4 cm
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StructureEncrusting
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Size2 - 4 cm
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StructureEncrusting
How to recognize Parazoanthus axinellae ?
Parazoanthus axinellae measures between 2 and 4 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal. This cnidarian is bicolore with a predominantly jaune and orange body.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilityliving in colonies
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Dietnot specified
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Way of livingdiurnal
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
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What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Depth5 - 50 m
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EnvironmentBenthic fixed
Biotope presentation
Parazoanthus axinellae is most often found at a depth between 5m and 50m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
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Bibliographic references
Reproductive biology of Parazoanthus axinellae (Schmidt, 1862) and Savalia savaglia (Bertoloni, 1819) (Cnidaria, Zoantharia) from the NW Mediterranean coast - Monica Previati - Marco Palma - Giorgio Bavestrello - Carla Falugi - Carlo Cerrano - MARINE ECOLOGY - 2010. Vol.31, issue 4
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