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Echinaster sepositus |
Distribution |
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Red starfish |
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Roter seestern |
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Oranjerode zeester |
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Etoile de mer rouge |
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Estrella espinosa roja |
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Stella rossa |
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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 250 Meters.
Very common 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 : 20 cm
Number of arms : 5
The animal feeds mainly on refuse.Diet : Refuse
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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