Savigny's Brittle Star
Ophiactis savignyi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–550 m
- Max size: 2 cm
One of the most widespread brittle stars in the world, it crams its small disc into shells, sponges and coral rubble, frequently several to a single hiding spot. It feeds on suspended particles and ranges from the intertidal down past 500 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Ophiuroidea › Amphilepidida › Ophiactidae › Ophiactis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 125122.
FAQ
- How deep does the Savigny's Brittle Star live?
- The Savigny's Brittle Star (Ophiactis savignyi) is typically found at 0–550 m.
- How big does the Savigny's Brittle Star get?
- The Savigny's Brittle Star grows to about 2 cm.