Q. What is ‘Sea anemones’, recently in news?
Answer:
Invertebrate aquatic animal
Notes: Scientists at ICAR-NBFGR observed mass anemone bleaching near Agatti island in Lakshadweep. Sea anemones, invertebrate aquatic animals, are integral to coral ecosystems. They possess stinging cells, forming symbiotic bonds with clownfish and Hermit crabs. Anemones anchor to rocks using sticky discs and come in various colors. They exhibit a unique relationship with other marine life, offering protection in exchange for food scraps.