Pincushion Starfish
Culcita schmideliana
- Group: Starfish
- Typical depth: 3–21 m
- For divers: safe
The pincushion starfish loses the classic star shape, swelling into a fat domed cushion as it grows. It lives on coral reefs down to about 21 metres, where it feeds on hard and soft corals as well as sponges.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Asteroidea › Valvatida › Oreasteridae › Culcita
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 212295.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pincushion Starfish live?
- The Pincushion Starfish (Culcita schmideliana) is typically found at 3–21 m.
- Is the Pincushion Starfish dangerous to divers?
- The Pincushion Starfish is harmless to divers.