| Family: |
Ophidiasteridae () |
| Max. size: |
10 cm WD (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 100 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific and Western Central Atlantic. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
This species is found in intertidal and subtidal areas at depths of 0 to 100 m (Ref. 83942). It is known to break off its arms when threatened and as a means of asexual reproduction (Ref. 865). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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