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Wrinkled slime star

Pteraster militaris

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (động vật)

Phylum

Echinodermata (Động vật da gai)

Class

Asteroidea (Sao biển)

Species

Pteraster militaris (Wrinkled slime star)

Names in Other Languages

Russian Птерастер воинственный

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Wrinkled slime star?

The scientific name of Wrinkled slime star is Pteraster militaris. It belongs to the genus Pteraster.

What is the conservation status of Wrinkled slime star?

Wrinkled slime star (Pteraster militaris) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Wrinkled slime star live?

Wrinkled slime star is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Wrinkled slime star belong to?

Wrinkled slime star (Pteraster militaris) belongs to the genus Pteraster, which is part of the taxonomic family Pterasteridae.

Is Wrinkled slime star endangered?

Yes, Wrinkled slime star (Pteraster militaris) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Wrinkled slime star belong to?

Wrinkled slime star (Pteraster militaris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (động vật).

What are the closest relatives of Wrinkled slime star?

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