spatangina
/ˌspætənˈdʒaɪnə, ˌspleɪtɑːnˈdʒaɪnə/Definitions
1. noun
A subfamily of spatangoid sea urchins, characterized by having a rounded test.
“The marine biologist studied the spatangina species found in the coral reef.”
2. adjective
Relating to or characteristic of the spatangina subfamily of sea urchins.
“The spatangina morphology of the sea urchin is easily distinguishable from other species.”