Asteropseidae
Asteropseidae is a family of sea stars. Members of the family have relatively broad discs and five short tapering arms.
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Genera
The following genera are listed in the World Register of Marine Species:[1]
- Asteropsis Müller & Troschel, 1840
- Dermasterias Perrier, 1875
- Petricia Gray, 1847
- Poraniella Verrill, 1914
- Valvaster Perrier, 1875
Gallery
Asteropsis carinifera
Poraniella echinulata
References
- Asteropseidae World Register of Marine Species. Retrieved 2011-11-25.
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