description Toxopneustes elegans Overview
Toxopneustes elegans is a species of venomous sea urchin belonging to the family Toxopneustidae. It was originally described by the German zoologist Ludwig Döderlein in 1885. This species is native to the marine waters off the coast of Japan, where it inhabits the benthic zone. Like other sea urchins in its family, it possesses specialized appendages called pedicellariae that contain venom used for defense and capturing prey.
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Toxopneustes elegans ranks #93 of 277 in the Sea Urchin ranking, behind Lytechinus anamesus, ahead of Glyptocidaris crenularis.
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How good is Toxopneustes elegans?
Toxopneustes elegans scores 7.21/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Sea Urchin category.
What are the best alternatives to Toxopneustes elegans?
See our alternatives page for Toxopneustes elegans for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Toxopneustes pileolus, Toxopneustes roseus, Toxopneustes maculatus.
How does Toxopneustes elegans compare to Toxopneustes pileolus?
See our detailed comparison of Toxopneustes elegans vs Toxopneustes pileolus with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Toxopneustes elegans worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.21/10, Toxopneustes elegans is a solid option in Sea Urchin. See all Sea Urchin ranked.
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