Blood Sea Star
Henricia sanguinolenta
- Group: Starfish
- Typical depth: 0–2400 m
- Max size: 15 cm
Usually blood red, this slender armed sea star clings to rocks and soft bottoms from the shore down to a startling 2,400 metres. It feeds chiefly on sponges, picking out at least a dozen species, and will fall back on filtering particles from the water when prey is scarce.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Asteroidea › Spinulosida › Echinasteridae › Henricia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 123974.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blood Sea Star live?
- The Blood Sea Star (Henricia sanguinolenta) is typically found at 0–2400 m.
- How big does the Blood Sea Star get?
- The Blood Sea Star grows to about 15 cm.