Apostichopus californicus

  • California sea cucumber
  • Concombre de Californie
  • Pepino de mar de California

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 5 and 90 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 : 50 cm
    • The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
    • The animal can show variable colouring

    Relationship with humans

    • The species is good to eat
    • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
      • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food