Orange Reticulated Polyp Star
Lophaster stellans
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 15–450 m
- For divers: safe
This orange reticulated sea star lives on stones, clay, sand and rock from about 15 metres down to 450. A cushiony five armed seastar, it creeps slowly across the bottom in cool water and is harmless to divers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Asteroidea › Valvatida › Solasteridae › Lophaster
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 172787.
FAQ
- How deep does the Orange Reticulated Polyp Star live?
- The Orange Reticulated Polyp Star (Lophaster stellans) is typically found at 15–450 m.
- Is the Orange Reticulated Polyp Star dangerous to divers?
- The Orange Reticulated Polyp Star is harmless to divers.