Smooth Brittle Star
Ophioplocus esmarki
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–70 m
- Max size: 15 cm
A smooth armed brittle star of soft bottoms, it ranges from the low tide line down to about 70 metres. Like its kin it sweeps the sediment for organic scraps with its flexible arms.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Ophiuroidea › Amphilepidida › Hemieuryalidae › Ophioplocus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 243980.
FAQ
- How deep does the Smooth Brittle Star live?
- The Smooth Brittle Star (Ophioplocus esmarki) is typically found at 0–70 m.
- How big does the Smooth Brittle Star get?
- The Smooth Brittle Star grows to about 15 cm.