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quitón espinoso

Acanthochitona crinita

Near Threatened

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The Bristly mail chiton (Acanthochitona crinita) is a species in the genus Acanthochitona. It is currently classified as Near Threatened 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 Norway and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish quitón espinoso
French petit chiton épineux
German Europäische Stachel-Käferschnecke

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of quitón espinoso?
The scientific name of quitón espinoso is Acanthochitona crinita. It belongs to the genus Acanthochitona.
What is the conservation status of quitón espinoso?
quitón espinoso (Acanthochitona crinita) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does quitón espinoso live?
quitón espinoso is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.
What family does quitón espinoso belong to?
quitón espinoso (Acanthochitona crinita) belongs to the genus Acanthochitona, which is part of the taxonomic family Acanthochitonidae.
What kingdom does quitón espinoso belong to?
quitón espinoso (Acanthochitona crinita) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Acanthochitona — 1 Species

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quitón espinoso
Acanthochitona crinita
NT

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