Linckia guildingi

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Common comet star, Yellow starfish
Gelber Rundarmstern
Gele zeester
Etoile de mer jaune
Estrella de mar amarilla

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic
The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

Surrounding and environment

The species is generally found on the reef
The species is not very mobile
The species can be found between 2 and 45 Meters.
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 : 30 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.

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