Sea Anemone - Megalactis hemprichi

The Bali Fire Anemone Megalactis hemprichii (syn: Megalactis hemprichi) looks more like a coral than an anemone. But beware, their sting is much more powerful! Aquarists and divers alike, be warned, wear gloves when handling this genus and when diving do not have them come in contact with any bare skin. Although all anemones have stinging cells or nematocyst found in their tentacles, these anemones have a dangerous sting that is extremely powerful and is very painful. They have been known to sting.. more