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brittlestar

Amphiura filiformis

Least Concern

About

The Brittlestar (Amphiura filiformis) is a species in the genus Amphiura. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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 (Tier)

Phylum

Echinodermata (Stachelhäuter)

Class

Ophiuroidea (Schlangensterne)

Order

Amphilepidida (Amphilepidida)

Species

Amphiura filiformis (brittlestar)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of brittlestar?

The scientific name of brittlestar is Amphiura filiformis. It belongs to the genus Amphiura.

What is the conservation status of brittlestar?

brittlestar (Amphiura filiformis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does brittlestar live?

brittlestar is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does brittlestar belong to?

brittlestar (Amphiura filiformis) belongs to the genus Amphiura, which is part of the taxonomic family Amphiuridae.

Is brittlestar endangered?

No, brittlestar (Amphiura filiformis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does brittlestar belong to?

brittlestar (Amphiura filiformis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of brittlestar?

The closest relatives of brittlestar in the genus Amphiura include brittlestar.