European edible sea urchin

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Echinodermata (เอไคโนเดอร์มาตา)

Class

Echinoidea (เม่นทะเล)

Order

Camarodonta (Camarodonta)

Family

Echinidae

Genus

Echinus

Species

Echinus esculentus (European edible sea urchin)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish erizo comestible de mar

French oursin comestible

German Europäischer eßbarer Seeigel

Russian морской еж эхинус

Turkish deniz kestanesi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of European edible sea urchin?

The scientific name of European edible sea urchin is Echinus esculentus. It belongs to the genus Echinus.

What is the conservation status of European edible sea urchin?

European edible sea urchin (Echinus esculentus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does European edible sea urchin live?

European edible sea urchin is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Taiwan.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan.

What family does European edible sea urchin belong to?

European edible sea urchin (Echinus esculentus) belongs to the genus Echinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Echinidae.

Is European edible sea urchin endangered?

No, European edible sea urchin (Echinus esculentus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does European edible sea urchin belong to?

European edible sea urchin (Echinus esculentus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).