Black Brittle Star
Ophiomastix janualis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–22 m
- Max size: 2.8 cm
- For divers: safe
A small brittle star that hides by day beneath coral slabs and inside crevices, creeping out over rubble and sand at the reef edge. Its disc spans only a few centimetres while the arms stretch much longer, and it does no harm to divers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Ophiuroidea › Ophiacanthida › Ophiocomidae › Ophiomastix
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 243728.
FAQ
- How deep does the Black Brittle Star live?
- The Black Brittle Star (Ophiomastix janualis) is typically found at 0–22 m.
- Is the Black Brittle Star dangerous to divers?
- The Black Brittle Star is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Black Brittle Star get?
- The Black Brittle Star grows to about 2.8 cm.