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Cake Sand Dollar

Arachnoides placenta

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Cake Sand Dollar (Arachnoides placenta)

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Arachnoides placenta is a species of sea urchin of the family Clypeasteridae.

Their armour is covered with spines. It is placed in the genus Arachnoides and lives in the sea. Arachnoides placenta was first scientifically described in 1758 by Carl Linnaeus.

Colors

brown
grey
yellow
purple
pink

Habitat and Environment

Benthic

Mud and Sand

Similar Species

Banded Sea Urchin Banded Sea Urchin Blue-spotted Urchin Blue-spotted Urchin Collector Urchin Collector Urchin Fire Urchin Fire Urchin Fire Urchin (dark) Fire Urchin (dark) Flower Urchin Flower Urchin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cake Sand Dollar dangerous?

Cake Sand Dollar has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.

Where can you find Cake Sand Dollar?

Bali Malaysia East Taiwan Australia North Malaysia West +10 more in Seabook
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