Parazoanthus gracilis

Yellow commensal anemon
Anémone coloniale jaune

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Indian Ocean

Substrate and environment

The species is generally attached to a reef
Often in a cavity or under an overhang
The species can be found between 5 and 60 Meters.
Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size of the colony : 30 cm
Diameter of the polyp : 10 mm

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!