Ophiuroids
Ophiarachnella infernalis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–233 m
- Max size: 0.9 cm
- For divers: safe
A brittle star with a small disc and long flexible arms, it tucks under rocks and into coral reefs from the shore down past 200 metres. Like its relatives it scavenges and sweeps food toward its central mouth.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Ophiuroidea › Ophiacanthida › Ophiodermatidae › Ophiarachnella
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 213219.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ophiuroids live?
- The Ophiuroids (Ophiarachnella infernalis) is typically found at 0–233 m.
- Is the Ophiuroids dangerous to divers?
- The Ophiuroids is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ophiuroids get?
- The Ophiuroids grows to about 0.9 cm.