description Zenocentrotus kellersi Overview
Zenocentrotus kellersi is a species of sea urchin in the family Echinometridae, described by Austin H. Clark in 1931 from specimens collected on the island of Niuafo'ou in Tonga. It is a regular urchin found in Indo-Pacific reef environments. The genus Zenocentrotus is distinguished by specific morphological features of its test and spines.
Detailed ecological information about the species remains limited in mainstream scientific literature.
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Where was the Zenocentrotus kellersi sea urchin first discovered?
The species was first described from specimens collected on the island of Niuafo'ou in Tonga. It was officially cataloged by Austin H. Clark in 1931.
What family does the Zenocentrotus kellersi belong to?
Zenocentrotus kellersi belongs to the family Echinometridae, a group of regular sea urchins. These urchins are typically found inhabiting Indo-Pacific reef environments.
What distinguishes the Zenocentrotus genus from other sea urchins?
The genus Zenocentrotus is distinguished by specific morphological traits of its test (shell) and spines, which separate it from other genera within the Echinometridae family. Austin H. Clark noted these unique structural characteristics when he established the genus.
Is Zenocentrotus kellersi a deep-sea creature?
No, as a regular urchin found in Indo-Pacific reef environments, it generally inhabits shallow, tropical marine waters. It relies on the hard substrates provided by coral reefs for grazing and shelter.
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