Sea Anemones

Sea anemones are the solitary cousins of corals and hydroids, bound by the same stinging cells that unite all Cnidarians. Rooted to the reef, they unfurl soft, colorful tentacles that flow with the tide, hosting clownfish and shrimp within their protective embrace — a living partnership that shows both the gentleness and the power of this ancient lineage.

Common Name: Magnificent Sea Anemone

Scientific Name: Heteractis magnifica

📸Photo: Muha

Common Name: Bubble-tip Anemone

Scientific Name: Entacmaea quadricolor

📸Photo: Hassaan

Local Dhivehi Name: Moodhu Maagandu