Pisaster ochraceus

Purple sea star
Sonnenblumenseestern
Étoile de mer violette
Estrella de mar ocre

Distribution

Surrounding and environment

The species is generally found on the reef
The species is not very mobile
The species can be found between 0 and 90 Meters.
Very common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 50 cm
Maximum age known : 20 year(s)
Number of arms : 5
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Mollusks -
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest