description Asthenosoma intermedium Overview
Asthenosoma intermedium is a species of sea urchin in the family Echinothuriidae, described by Hubert Lyman Clark in 1938. It is a benthic animal associated with sand and rubble bottoms and is reported as active at night. A regional account records it to at least 72 metres depth and notes short, banded spines believed to be venomous; the same account reports individuals reaching at least 200 millimetres.
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What family does Asthenosoma intermedium belong to?
Asthenosoma intermedium is a sea urchin in the family Echinothuriidae. It was described by Hubert Lyman Clark in 1938.
Where does Asthenosoma intermedium live?
It is a benthic species associated with sand and rubble bottoms. A regional account records it to at least 72 metres depth.
Is Asthenosoma intermedium active during the day?
The species is reported as active at night. During the day, its association with seafloor habitats such as sand and rubble is more relevant than open-water swimming.
Who described Asthenosoma intermedium?
Hubert Lyman Clark described the species in 1938. It is classified in the echinothuriid family Echinothuriidae.
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