Obscure cushion star

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Echinodermata (เอไคโนเดอร์มาตา)

Class

Asteroidea (ดาวทะเล)

Order

Velatida (Velatida)

Family

Pterasteridae

Genus

Pteraster

Species

Pteraster obscurus (Obscure cushion star)

Names in Other Languages

Russian Птерастер темный

Similar Species in Pteraster

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Wrinkled slime star

Pteraster militaris

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Obscure cushion star?

The scientific name of Obscure cushion star is Pteraster obscurus. It belongs to the genus Pteraster.

Where does Obscure cushion star live?

Obscure cushion star is found in Distributed across Norway and Sweden.. Countries include Norway, Sweden.

What family does Obscure cushion star belong to?

Obscure cushion star (Pteraster obscurus) belongs to the genus Pteraster, which is part of the taxonomic family Pterasteridae.

What kingdom does Obscure cushion star belong to?

Obscure cushion star (Pteraster obscurus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Obscure cushion star?

The closest relatives of Obscure cushion star in the genus Pteraster include Wrinkled slime star.