Key Identification Features
- Molecular studies have confirmed that this taxon forms a species complex containing multiple distinct species.
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🦋 Identification Guide
How to Identify Amphiuridae
Amphiuridae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Amphilepidida, class Ophiuroidea. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Amphiuridae Species
Amphiodia occidentalis (Lyman, 1860)
Amphiodia occidentalis (Lyman, 1860)
This brittle star species has pentaradial symmetry, separate sexes, and spawns m…
Amphipholis squamata (Delle Chiaje, 1828)
Amphipholis squamata (Delle Chiaje, 1828)
Amphipholis squamata is a small phosphorescent brittle star found widely across …
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Amphiuridae?
Amphiuridae animals belong to the Amphilepidida order in the Animalia kingdom. Molecular studies have confirmed that this taxon forms a species complex containing multiple distinct species. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Amphiuridae?
Amphiuridae is classified in the order Amphilepidida, class Ophiuroidea, phylum Echinodermata. The family contains 2 accepted species worldwide.
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