Augener's Sea Star [Augeneria vizei]
Description
Augeneria vizei, commonly known as Augener's Sea Star, is a marine species that belongs to the class Asteroidea, order Valvatida, and family Oreasteridae. This species is characterized by its radial symmetry and multiple arms that radiate from a central disk. It can be found in a variety of colors, including brown, red, and orange. Augener's Sea Star is predominantly found in the Atlantic Ocean, particularly in the Caribbean Sea. This species is a benthic organism, meaning it lives on the ocean floor. It preys on small invertebrates and detritus, showing a preference for sandy or muddy substrates where it can burrow to find its prey.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Eunicida
Eunicida
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| Family |
Lumbrinerids
Lumbrineridae
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| Genus |
Augeneria
Augeneria
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