Velvety Sea Star
Leiaster speciosus
- Group: Starfish
- Typical depth: 0–81 m
- For divers: safe
A smooth, soft skinned sea star of shallow tropical reefs, the velvety sea star keeps to waters above about thirty metres among coral. It comes out to feed at night and is harmless to divers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Asteroidea › Valvatida › Ophidiasteridae › Leiaster
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 370923.
FAQ
- How deep does the Velvety Sea Star live?
- The Velvety Sea Star (Leiaster speciosus) is typically found at 0–81 m.
- Is the Velvety Sea Star dangerous to divers?
- The Velvety Sea Star is harmless to divers.