Solaster dawsoni

Morning sun star
Étoile du soleil levant
Estrella de sun de la mañana

Distribution

Surrounding and environment

The species is generally found on the reef
The species is rather mobile for an echinoderm
The species can be found between 0 and 420 Meters.
Uncommon 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 : 51 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Sea stars -
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

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

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!