Pacific Blood Star
Henricia leviuscula
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–400 m
- Max size: 20 cm
A blood red sea star that clings to rock encrusted with sponges and bryozoans, from the low tide line down to around 400 metres. It grows to about twenty centimetres and sweeps fine particles from the water rather than chasing prey.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Asteroidea › Spinulosida › Echinasteridae › Henricia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 369117.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Blood Star live?
- The Pacific Blood Star (Henricia leviuscula) is typically found at 0–400 m.
- How big does the Pacific Blood Star get?
- The Pacific Blood Star grows to about 20 cm.