ClimateAugust 25, 2026

anemonefish

uh-NEM-uh-nee-fish

Definition

A type of small, colorful marine fish, widely known as the clownfish, that lives in a symbiotic relationship with sea anemones.

Etymology

The name combines 'anemone,' from the Greek word 'anemone' meaning daughter of the wind, with 'fish.' It refers to the creature's habit of living among the tentacles of sea anemones.

In the news

The article mentions clown anemonefish as an example of a species that may shrink in physical size to better withstand heat stress caused by climate change.

Ancient Genes May Help Wildlife Adapt to Survive the Climate Crisis — and a Tiny Rodent May Reveal Why

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