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Gracilechinus atlanticus

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Gracilechinus atlanticus is a marine sea urchin classified in the family Echinidae and the genus Gracilechinus. It is a regular sea urchin, with a rounded body plan, a mouth on the underside, and the anus at the top. The genus is associated mainly with Atlantic and other cold-water environments, and its members are distinguished from closely related Echinus urchins by the arrangement of primary tubercles on the test.

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What is Gracilechinus atlanticus?

Gracilechinus atlanticus is a marine sea urchin in the family Echinidae. It belongs to the genus Gracilechinus.

Is Gracilechinus atlanticus a regular sea urchin?

Yes. It has the rounded body plan of a regular sea urchin, with the mouth underneath and the anus at the top.

Where are Gracilechinus sea urchins found?

The genus Gracilechinus is associated mainly with Atlantic and other cold-water habitats. The supplied classification does not establish a more precise range for this species.

Where is the mouth on Gracilechinus atlanticus?

The mouth is on the underside of the animal. The anus is located at the top, which is typical of a regular sea urchin.

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