How to Identify Clypeasteridae
Clypeasteridae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Clypeasteroida, class Echinoidea. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Clypeasteridae Species
Arachnoides placenta (Linnaeus, 1758)
Arachnoides placenta (Linnaeus, 1758)
Arachnoides placenta is a marine sea urchin species in the family Clypeasteridae…
Fellaster zelandiae (Gray, 1855)
Fellaster zelandiae (Gray, 1855)
Fellaster zelandiae is an Arachnoididae echinoderm endemic to New Zealand, with …
Clypeaster rosaceus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Clypeaster rosaceus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Clypeaster rosaceus is a large, nocturnal western Atlantic sea biscuit that live…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Clypeasteridae?
Clypeasteridae animals belong to the Clypeasteroida order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 3 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Clypeasteridae?
Clypeasteridae is classified in the order Clypeasteroida, class Echinoidea, phylum Echinodermata. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
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