Sea Urchin (Echinus esculentus)
Sea Urchin (Echinus esculentus) – Zeeappel Taxonomy: The Sea Urchin belongs to the Echinodermata phylum. This group includes starfish and sea cucumbers. The name “Echinus” means “spiny” in Greek, which reflects their appearance. Species: The common sea urchin, Echinus esculentus, is well-known for its round, spiny shell. It can grow up to 10 cm in…