Ophiopholis aculeata

Daisy brittle star
Ophiure-pâquerette

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic

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 2000 Meters.
Common species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a group

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 20 cm
Number of arms : 5
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
Diet : Zooplankton -

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!