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!