Linckia columbiae Gray, 1840 Fragile star |
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Family: | Ophidiasteridae () | |||
Max. size: | 10 cm WD (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 100 m | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Pacific and Western Central Atlantic. | |||
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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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Country info: | C: Ref. 865. |