Family: |
Ophidiasteridae () |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 5 - 40 m |
Distribution: |
Western Central Pacific: Philippines to Solomon Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Occurs in shallow living reef areas at depths of 5 to 40 m. Feeds on detritus and small invertebrates (Ref. 800). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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