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Hacelia attenuata |
Distribution |
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Smooth starfish |
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Glatter Seestern |
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Gladde zeester |
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Etoile de mer lisse |
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Estrella de mar lisa |
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Stella arancio |
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The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean |
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Surrounding and environment |
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The species is generally found on the reef
The species is not very mobile
The species can be found between 1 and 150 Meters.
Uncommon Species
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General behaviour of the species |
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Species generally solitary The animal is indifferent to the presence of humans
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General characteristics of the species |
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Maximum size : 30 cm
Number of arms : 5
The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.Diet : Sponges
The animal can show variable colouring
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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.)
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The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance! |
