Crossaster papposus

Common sunstar
Gemeiner Sonnenstern
Zonnester
Crachat d'amiral
Común, sunstar

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic

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 1200 Meters.
Rare 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 : 40 cm
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
Diet : Mollusks - Echinoderms
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) :
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)