How deep does the Crinoid live?

The Crinoid (Comaster schlegelii) is typically found at 0–278 m.

Crinoid

Comaster schlegelii

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–278 m

This feather star clings to live and dead coral in shallow reef water, often wedged semi hidden in crevices and under overhangs down to nearly 280 metres. It spreads feathery arms to filter plankton and shelters a crowd of shrimps, crabs and worms among them.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Crinoidea › Comatulida › Comatulidae › Comaster

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 246756.

FAQ

How deep does the Crinoid live?: The Crinoid (Comaster schlegelii) is typically found at 0–278 m.