Tropical Reefs

White Stinger

Macrorhynchia philippina

Location: Lanai, Hawaii

Scientific Name: Macrorhynchia philippina

Also known as: Fire Hydroid, Stinging Hydroid

Category: Thecate Hydroids

Size: 1 to 4 in. (2 to 10 cm)

Depth: 3-100 ft. (1-30 m)

Distribution: Circumtropical