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What is Ctenocidaris nutrix?
Ctenocidaris nutrix is an Antarctic cidaroid sea urchin. Charles Wyville Thomson described it in 1876.
What makes the genus Ctenocidaris distinctive?
The genus is distinguished by specialized primary spines. Those spines are a key feature of its cidaroid anatomy.
Where is Ctenocidaris nutrix found?
It is associated with Antarctic waters. Its classification places it among cidaroid sea urchins, which are known for prominent primary spines.
When was Ctenocidaris nutrix described?
Charles Wyville Thomson described the species in 1876. Its name is written Ctenocidaris nutrix.
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