These anemones are commonly seen in lagoon sand and Halimeda patches. The stalk is well down into the substrate, and if disturbed, the entire anemone will quickly withdraw under the sand. It is one of the fire anemones with nematocysts on the tentacles that can deliver a painful sting. These anemones are often occupied by commensal shrimp Ancylocaris brevicarpalis and Ancylomenes holthuisi.
Created 25 July 2018
Updated 23 May 2023