How to Identify Mellitidae
Mellitidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Echinolampadacea, class Echinoidea. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Mellitidae Species
Mellita quinquiesperforata (Leske, 1778)
Mellita quinquiesperforata (Leske, 1778)
Mellita quinquiesperforata, the five-holed keyhole urchin, is a tropical Atlanti…
Leodia sexiesperforata (Leske, 1778)
Leodia sexiesperforata (Leske, 1778)
Leodia sexiesperforata, the six-slotted sand dollar from the western Atlantic, l…
Encope emarginata (Leske, 1778)
Encope emarginata (Leske, 1778)
Encope emarginata is a species of echinoid found in shallow Atlantic and Caribbe…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Mellitidae?
Mellitidae animals belong to the Echinolampadacea order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 6 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 Mellitidae?
Mellitidae is classified in the order Echinolampadacea, class Echinoidea, phylum Echinodermata. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia · Disclaimer
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