Peachia quinquecapitata, also known as the twelve-tentacled parasitic anemone, is a species of sea anemone in the family Haloclavidae. It is found in the Pacific Northwest of North America. The larva is parasitic on certain species of Anthomedusae.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Twelve-tentacled Parasitic Anemone being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Cnidaria
- Class
- Anthozoa
- Order
- Actiniaria
- Family
- Haloclavidae
- Genus
- Peachia
- Species
- Peachia quinquecapitata
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