Serpent Brittle Star
Ophiura ophiura
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–685 m
The serpent brittlestar sprawls across muddy and sandy bottoms from the shore to about 685 metres, common along near coastal zones. Its long, strong arms coil and grip like snakes, letting it haul across the seabed and probe for food.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Ophiuroidea › Ophiurida › Ophiuridae › Ophiura
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 124929.
FAQ
- How deep does the Serpent Brittle Star live?
- The Serpent Brittle Star (Ophiura ophiura) is typically found at 0–685 m.