Arctic sea gooseberry

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The Arctic sea gooseberry (Mertensia ovum) is a species in the genus Mertensia. 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.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Ctenophora (Ctenophora)

Class

Tentaculata (Tentaculata)

Order

Cydippida (Cydippida)

Family

Mertensiidae

Genus

Mertensia

Species

Mertensia ovum (Arctic sea gooseberry)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese トガリテマリクラゲ

German Seenuss

Similar Species in Mertensia

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mertensia de Virginie

Mertensia virginica

Not Evaluated

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pulmonaire de virginie

Mertensia maritima

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arctic sea gooseberry?

The scientific name of Arctic sea gooseberry is Mertensia ovum. It belongs to the genus Mertensia.

Where does Arctic sea gooseberry live?

Arctic sea gooseberry is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.

What family does Arctic sea gooseberry belong to?

Arctic sea gooseberry (Mertensia ovum) belongs to the genus Mertensia, which is part of the taxonomic family Mertensiidae.

What kingdom does Arctic sea gooseberry belong to?

Arctic sea gooseberry (Mertensia ovum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Arctic sea gooseberry?

The closest relatives of Arctic sea gooseberry in the genus Mertensia include mertensia de Virginie, pulmonaire de virginie.