Holothuria arguinensis

  • Arguinensis sea cucumber
  • Holothurie arguinensis

Distribution

  • The temperate Atlantic
  • The Mediterranean

Surrounding and environment

  • The species is generally observed in a sandy zone or in seagrass
  • The species is not very mobile
  • The species can be found between 0 and 52 Meters.
  • Common species.

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 33 cm
  • The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.

Relationship with humans

  • The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!