Ophiothrix fragilis
Common brittle-star
Zerbrechlicher Schlangenstern
Brokkelster
Ophiure singe
Ofiura fina
Stella serpentina spinosa
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 4000 Meters.
- Uncommon Species
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally living in a group
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 15 cm
- Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
- Number of arms : 5
- The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
- 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!