Arachnanthus


Arachnanthus is a genus of tube-dwelling anemones in the family Arachnactidae. Members of the genus are found worldwide.

Characteristics

Arachnanthus species live in parchment-like tubes which are buried in muddy or sandy sediment. Some species are nocturnal.

Species

The following species are currently included in the genus according to the World Register of [Marine Species]:
Arachnanthus nocturnus den Hartog, 1977 is now accepted as Isarachnanthus nocturnus.