sun shell

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial and aquatic habitats including forests and freshwater.

Found in New Zealand.

🇳🇿 New Zealand

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Mollusca (moluscos)

Class

Gastropoda (gastrópodos)

Order

Trochida (Trochida)

Family

Turbinidae

Genus

Astraea

Species

Astraea heliotropium (sun shell)

Names in Other Languages

German Sonnenschnecke

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lobed croton

Astraea lobata

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sun shell?

The scientific name of sun shell is Astraea heliotropium. It belongs to the genus Astraea.

What is the conservation status of sun shell?

sun shell (Astraea heliotropium) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does sun shell live?

sun shell is found in Found in New Zealand.. Countries include New Zealand.

What family does sun shell belong to?

sun shell (Astraea heliotropium) belongs to the genus Astraea, which is part of the taxonomic family Turbinidae.

Is sun shell endangered?

No, sun shell (Astraea heliotropium) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does sun shell belong to?

sun shell (Astraea heliotropium) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of sun shell?

The closest relatives of sun shell in the genus Astraea include lobed croton.