Sandy anemone

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Bunodactis reynaudi

Sandy anemone, a reference photo
Photo: Pbsouthwood · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

The sandy anemone (Bunodactis reynaudi) is a species of sea anemone in the family Actiniidae. It is native to very shallow water round the coasts of southern Africa between Luderitz and Durban.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Sandy 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
Actiniidae
Species
Bunodactis reynaudi

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