Bennett's Feather Star
Anneissia bennetti
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- For divers: safe
A feather star that perches on live and dead coral heads in current swept water from the surface to about 50 metres, holding up feathery arms to strain plankton from the flow. Shrimps, lobsters and small fish shelter among its arms.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Crinoidea › Comatulida › Comatulidae › Anneissia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 828992.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bennett's Feather Star live?
- The Bennett's Feather Star (Anneissia bennetti) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Bennett's Feather Star dangerous to divers?
- The Bennett's Feather Star is harmless to divers.