Crinoid
Clarkcomanthus alternans
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–90 m
- For divers: safe
A feather star that perches on hard corals and gorgonians by day and night, it spreads its arms into the current down to about 90 metres. Each arm is lined with sticky tube feet that trap drifting food and pass it toward the central mouth.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Echinodermata › Crinoidea › Comatulida › Comatulidae › Clarkcomanthus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 829171.
FAQ
- How deep does the Crinoid live?
- The Crinoid (Clarkcomanthus alternans) is typically found at 0–90 m.
- Is the Crinoid dangerous to divers?
- The Crinoid is harmless to divers.