Green Sea Urchin

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (حيوانات)

Phylum

Echinodermata (شوكيات الجلد)

Class

Echinoidea (قنفذ البحر)

Order

Camarodonta (Camarodonta)

Family

Strongylocentrotidae

Genus

Strongylocentrotus

Species

Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis (Green Sea Urchin)

Names in Other Languages

French oursin vert

German Dröbachs Seeigel

Russian Зеленый (обыкновенный) морской еж

Similar Species in Strongylocentrotus

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White sea urchin

Strongylocentrotus pallidus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Green Sea Urchin?

The scientific name of Green Sea Urchin is Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis. It belongs to the genus Strongylocentrotus.

What is the conservation status of Green Sea Urchin?

Green Sea Urchin (Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Green Sea Urchin live?

Green Sea Urchin is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Green Sea Urchin belong to?

Green Sea Urchin (Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis) belongs to the genus Strongylocentrotus, which is part of the taxonomic family Strongylocentrotidae.

Is Green Sea Urchin endangered?

No, Green Sea Urchin (Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Green Sea Urchin belong to?

Green Sea Urchin (Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Green Sea Urchin?

The closest relatives of Green Sea Urchin in the genus Strongylocentrotus include White sea urchin.