description Peronella lesueuri Overview
Peronella lesueuri is an extant irregular sea urchin in the family Laganidae and genus Peronella. It is a flattened, sand-dollar-like echinoid recorded from Australian waters, where it lives on the seafloor in soft marine sediments. The species belongs to a predominantly tropical Indo-Pacific group whose members range from shallow coastal habitats to deeper subtidal environments, and it is studied mainly through taxonomic, distributional, and reproductive research.
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What kind of animal is Peronella lesueuri?
Peronella lesueuri is an irregular sea urchin in the family Laganidae. It is a flattened, sand-dollar-like echinoid.
Where does Peronella lesueuri live?
The species has been recorded from Australian waters. It lives on the seafloor in soft marine sediments.
What genus does Peronella lesueuri belong to?
It belongs to the genus Peronella. The genus contains flattened irregular urchins adapted to life in sandy or muddy seabeds.
Is Peronella lesueuri extinct?
No. Peronella lesueuri is an extant species, meaning it is still living today. It is associated with predominantly tropical marine environments.
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