The Spatangidae are a family of heart urchins. There are three recognised genera within the family; Granopatagus, Plethotaenia, and Spatangus.[1] Additionally, Prospatangus was previously a recognised genus within the Spatangidae, but is now accepted as part of the genus Spatangus.[1]
The Spatangidae are marine heart urchins that feed on subsurface deposits and graze.[1]
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: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) The Spatangidae are a family of heart urchins. There are three recognised genera within the family; Granopatagus, Plethotaenia, and Spatangus. Additionally, Prospatangus was previously a recognised genus within the Spatangidae, but is now accepted as part of the genus Spatangus.
The Spatangidae are marine heart urchins that feed on subsurface deposits and graze.