Linckia laevigata

Blue sea-star
Etoile de mer bleue

Distribution

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 1 and 30 Meters.
Common species.

Environment and movement of the nocturnal species

The animal hunts at night

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
Number of arms : 5
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.

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.)