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Keyhole Urchin

Mellita quinquiesperforata

Photo by KathyRoss
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Keyhole urchin, more commonly referred to as a sand dollar.
Approximately 5" long. Brown to gray in color. 5 slots. Reddish spines

Habitat:

low tide, shallow water

Notes:

Please do not take live animals from their habitat. This urchin was handled gently for the photos and replaced.

Reference Links:

Audubon Field Guide

Species ID Suggestions

Keyhole Sand Dollar

Mellita isometra
DonaldBeasley
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Comments (1)
DonaldBeasley
Mellita quinquiesperforata is a tropical species. Since you found this specimen in GA, then it is most likely M. isometra.
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PublishedAugust 17, 2011

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