Scientists discover a new pink Sea Anemone that builds and expands shells for hermit crabs

Nov 10, 2025 - 19:26
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Scientists discover a new pink Sea Anemone that builds and expands shells for hermit crabs
Scientists found a new sea anemone species off Japan's coast. This anemone, named Paracalliactis tsukisome, builds shell-like homes for hermit crabs. The anemone gets stability and mobility. The crab gets a permanent, growing home. This partnership shows how species cooperate in deep-sea environments. The discovery highlights surprising ingenuity in marine life.
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