The “petals” of the Sea Anemone’s flower-like head are actually tentacles covered with stinging cells and used to stun its food. Generally found in the water at tide level, the Sea Anemone moves by walking on its single, base-like foot.
The Worms
Clam Worm (Nereis virens)
Jointed One pair of paddle-like feet per segment Two “tails” Pinchers on the head (watch out!)
This is the best-known worm on the beach because of its desirability as fish bait. During the day it lives in its burrow in the sand, wandering forth at night and swimming about in the water, where it becomes easy prey for gulls and fishes. The skin is brilliantly iridescent in the sunlight.
The Crustaceans
Common Barnacle (Balanus balanolides)
Common on rocks and shellfish White, volcano-shaped shell Two “barn doors” at top