Violet spotted anemone

Introduction: Violet-spotted anemones (Anthostella stephensoni) are usually found singly or in small groups in sandy areas, near or below low tide. They have 48 short, blunt tentacles spreading away from the mouth.

Distribution: From the Orange River north along the Sperrgebeit coastal region to Luderitz extending no further north than Oyster Cliffs

Colouration: Yellow column decorated with bright violet spots

Breeding: Either sexual/body division

Max size: 30mm in diametre