IMG_0482 Wandering anemone, or humenga (Phlyctenactis tuberculosa) exposed at low tide. Often found drifting amongst seaweed at low tide. Is not permanently attached at the base as are most sea anemones, but can attach or release itself at will. Karitane *
P_2270043 Striped anemone (Diadumene neozelanica) a mobile anemone despite its adherant base. Common in shady areas from low intertidal to 8m. Sometimes around wharf piles, and can be associated with mussels. Wellers Rock, Otago Harbour
DSC_4130 Burrowing anemone (Edwardsia neozelanica) this tiny, simple anemone burrows in muddy sand. Found on harbour flats or in sheltered rock pools. Aquarium Point, Otago Harbour *