sand star

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 (hewan)

Phylum

Echinodermata (Ekinodermata)

Class

Asteroidea (bintang laut)

Order

Paxillosida (Paxillosida)

Family

Astropectinidae

Genus

Astropecten

Species

Astropecten irregularis (sand star)

Names in Other Languages

French étoile-peigne

German nordischer Kammstern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sand star?

The scientific name of sand star is Astropecten irregularis. It belongs to the genus Astropecten.

What is the conservation status of sand star?

sand star (Astropecten irregularis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does sand star live?

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

What family does sand star belong to?

sand star (Astropecten irregularis) belongs to the genus Astropecten, which is part of the taxonomic family Astropectinidae.

Is sand star endangered?

No, sand star (Astropecten irregularis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does sand star belong to?

sand star (Astropecten irregularis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).