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シロボヤ (Pleated tunicate)

Styela plicata

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Senegal, South Africa), Asia (7 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Uruguay, Venezuela).

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Full Taxonomy

Stolidobranchia (Stolidobranchia)

Species

Styela plicata (シロボヤ)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese シロボヤ

French Ascidie japonaise

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of シロボヤ?

The scientific name of シロボヤ is Styela plicata. It belongs to the genus Styela.

Where does シロボヤ live?

シロボヤ is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Senegal, South Africa), Asia (7 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Uruguay, Venezuela).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Greece, India, Israel, Italy, Japan.

What family does シロボヤ belong to?

シロボヤ (Styela plicata) belongs to the genus Styela, which is part of the taxonomic family Styelidae.

What kingdom does シロボヤ belong to?

シロボヤ (Styela plicata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of シロボヤ?

The closest relatives of シロボヤ in the genus Styela include エボヤ, フタスジボヤ, Loch Goil sea squirt.