Patiria miniata

  • Bat Star
  • Étoile chauve-souris

Distribution

    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 300 Meters.
    • Common species.

    General behaviour of the species

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

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 25 cm
    • Number of arms : 5
    • The animal is mostly a carrion eater.
    • Diet : - Omnivorous
    • The animal can show variable colouring

    Relationship with humans

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