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How to Identify Ophiuridae

Q: How do you identify Ophiuridae?

Ophiuridae animals belong to the null order in the Animalia kingdom. They share common family characteristics. Browse 3 species with photos on iNature. Use the iNature app for instant AI-powered identification in the field.

Q: What are the key characteristics of Ophiuridae?

Ophiuridae species are classified in the order null, class Ophiuroidea, kingdom Animalia. The family contains 3 accepted species.

3 species · Animalia · Order

Ophiuridae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order , class Ophiuroidea. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.

Representative Ophiuridae Species

Ophiura albida Forbes, 1839

Ophiura albida is a brittle star species found on soft Northeast Atlantic seabed…

Ophiura ophiura (Linnaeus, 1758)

Ophiura ophiura is a common brittle star species found in northeast Atlantic and…

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do you identify Ophiuridae?

Ophiuridae animals belong to the 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 Ophiuridae?

Ophiuridae is classified in the order , class Ophiuroidea, phylum Echinodermata. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.

Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia · Disclaimer

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