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black brittle star

Ophiocomina nigra

Least Concern

About

The Black brittle star (Ophiocomina nigra) is a species in the genus Ophiocomina. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Echinodermata (เอไคโนเดอร์มาตา)

Class

Ophiuroidea (ดาวเปราะ)

Order

Ophiacanthida (Ophiacanthida)

Species

Ophiocomina nigra (black brittle star)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish ofiura negra

French ophiure noire

German schwarzer Schlangenstern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of black brittle star?

The scientific name of black brittle star is Ophiocomina nigra. It belongs to the genus Ophiocomina.

What is the conservation status of black brittle star?

black brittle star (Ophiocomina nigra) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does black brittle star live?

black brittle star is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does black brittle star belong to?

black brittle star (Ophiocomina nigra) belongs to the genus Ophiocomina, which is part of the taxonomic family Ophiotomidae.

Is black brittle star endangered?

No, black brittle star (Ophiocomina nigra) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does black brittle star belong to?

black brittle star (Ophiocomina nigra) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).