Echinaster sepositus

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Red starfish
Roter seestern
Oranjerode zeester
Etoile de mer rouge
Estrella espinosa roja
Stella rossa

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Surrounding and environment

The species is generally found on the reef
The species is not very mobile
The species can be found between 1 and 250 Meters.
Very common 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 : 20 cm
Number of arms : 5
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)