Ophiocomina nigra
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 400 Meters.
- Common species.
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally living in a group
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 30 cm
- Number of arms : 5
- The animal feeds mainly on refuse.
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
Black brittle-star
Schwarzer Schlangenstern
Svartstjerne
Ophiure noire
Ofiura negra
Stella serpentina nera