holothuria hilla

Tigertail sea cucumber
Schrumpf-seegurke
Krimp-zeekomkomer
Holothurie contractile

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Surrounding and environment

The species is generally found on the reef
The species is generally observed in a sandy zone or in seagrass
The species is not very mobile
The species can be found between 1 and 30 Meters.
Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The animal hunts at night

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 40 cm
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- - Chemistry/pharmacy