Giant Plumose Anemone

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Metridium farcimen

Giant Plumose Anemone, a reference photo
Photo: Daderot · CC0 (licence)

Metridium farcimen is a species of sea anemone in the family Metridiidae. It is commonly known as the giant plumose anemone or white-plumed anemone. It is found in the eastern Pacific Ocean from Alaska down to Catalina Island, California.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Giant Plumose 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
Metridiidae
Species
Metridium farcimen

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