Family

Common name: Yellow Polyps

Scientific name: Parazoanthidae

Parazoanthidae, commonly known as Yellow Polyps or Parazoanthids, are a family of colonial anemones found in marine environments. They are known for their bright yellow coloration and are popular in the reefkeeping hobby for their ease of care and ability to add vibrant color to the aquarium. These anemones often form symbiotic relationships with sponge and algae species, which can provide them with additional nutrients. They are generally peaceful and can coexist with a variety of other reef inhabitants.

  1. Common name: White cluster anemone
    Scientific name: Parazoanthus anguicomus
  2. Parazoanthus axinellae, the yellow cluster anemone
    Common name: Yellow Cluster Anemone
    Scientific name: Parazoanthus catenularis
  3. Yellow Parazoanthus Polyps (Parazoanthus gracilis)
    Common name: Yellow Polyps
    Scientific name: Parazoanthus gracilis
  4. Yellow polyps
    Common name: Yellow Polyps
    Scientific name: Parazoanthus parasiticus
  5. Sponge brittle star tentacles with golden zoanthid
    Common name: golden zoanthid
    Scientific name: Parazoanthus swiftii