Spiny Sea Cucumber [Hippomedon spinosus]
Description
The Spiny Sea Cucumber, Hippomedon spinosus, is a marine species known for its spiny skin. It has a cylindrical body that tapers at the ends and a series of tube feet that it uses for locomotion. The Spiny Sea Cucumber is found in various oceanic habitats, often dwelling in rocky areas or coral reefs. It feeds mainly on detritus and small organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Sabellida
Sabellida
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| Family |
Ampharetids
Ampharetidae
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| Genus |
Hippomedon
Hippomedon
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