Blue Sea Urchin [Personaria fragilis]
Description
The Blue Sea Urchin, or Personaria fragilis, is a unique marine echinoderm known for its light blue coloration. It can be found in the Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. The habitats of this species include rocky substrates, coral reefs, and sometimes seagrass beds. This species is omnivorous, feeding on both plant and animal matter, including algae, detritus, and small invertebrates. It has a relatively fragile shell, hence its specific name 'fragilis'.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Tonnoidea
Tonnoidea
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| Family |
Personids
Personidae
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| Genus |
Personaria
Personaria
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