Sea Anemones - not a plant! actually an immortal predator!

Episode 26: Sea Anemones
Sea anemones are one of the weirdest sea creatures out there. They may look like flowers, but did you know that anemones are actually invertebrates that are closely related to corals and jellyfish?
Imagine boneless and brainless entities that are like fleshy sea socks armed with deadly harpoons. You won't believe it, but these creatures also have the unexpected ability to move!
In this episode, Charles will reveal surprising facets of their lives and behaviours, backed by his personal (hilarious) tales.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:15 Unique Anatomy: One Cavity for All!
02:18 How Anemones Capture Prey
02:49 Can Anemones Harm Humans?
03:52 How Long Do Sea Anemones Live?
04:43 Territorial Clones: False Plum Anemone
05:48 How Sea Anemones Fight Each Other
07:09 Can Anemones Live Out of Water?
08:15 Cloning and Mass Spawning
10:36 Feeding Time: What's on the Sea Anemone Menu?
11:50 Sun-Powered Wonders

[@Lillabetable]

Completely fascinating, thank you!

[@christinewest4699]

Very informative

[@pietervanderwesthuizen1522]

Great episode. Really enjoyed it.

[@BradynHopking1991]

Love it! Great to see doggo featured as well 😉

[@gaylethompson1979]

I absolutely love your work. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge. The videography is exceptional.

[@ExploreTheShore]

Thank you very much! The positive feedback means everything to us

[@WildblueCT-ub4zr]

Love your videos thanks a million! QUESTION!! What causes Sandy anemones to open together? And close?

[@ExploreTheShore]

They certainly close whenever out of water to not dry tentacles but maybe also when they have eaten they close up while digesting and only expose tentacles when they want to catch food. Protection and digestion?