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brooding snake star

Amphipholis squamata

Data Deficient

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The Brooding Snake Star (Amphipholis squamata) is a species in the genus Amphipholis. It is currently classified as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Native to Africa and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Africa and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, South Africa, and Sweden.

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese イソコモチクモヒトデ
German Schuppiger Schlangenstern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of brooding snake star?
The scientific name of brooding snake star is Amphipholis squamata. It belongs to the genus Amphipholis.
What is the conservation status of brooding snake star?
brooding snake star (Amphipholis squamata) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.
Where does brooding snake star live?
brooding snake star is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, South Africa, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, South Africa, Sweden.
What family does brooding snake star belong to?
brooding snake star (Amphipholis squamata) belongs to the genus Amphipholis, which is part of the taxonomic family Amphiuridae.
What kingdom does brooding snake star belong to?
brooding snake star (Amphipholis squamata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Amphipholis — 1 Species

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brooding snake star
Amphipholis squamata
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