General Description
Body shaped like a pentagon, no long arms radiating outward. Colour patterns vary. More than 8 rectangular plates along each edge. Up to 9 cm wide.
Biology
Biscuit Stars feed on encrusting invertebrates and algae. This species is not commonly seen and little is known about its biology.
Distribution
South-eastern Australia.
Habitat
Sub-tidal rocks and sediment, to depth of 200 m.
More Information
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Animal Type
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Animal SubType
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Brief Id
Large pentagonal shape, more than 8 plates along each edge.
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Colours
Brown, White, Green, Red
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Habitats
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Diet
Omnivore
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Diet Categories
Encrusting Invertebrates, Algae
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Endemicity
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Commercial
No
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Conservation Statuses
CITES: Not listed, FFG Threatened List: Not listed, DSE Advisory List: Not listed, IUCN Red List: Not listed
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Depths
Deep ( > 30 m)
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Water Column Locations
On or near seafloor
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Taxon Name
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Scientific Author
(Müller & Troschel, 1842)
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Common Name
Biscuit Star
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Other Names
Seastar
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Genus
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Species Name
magnifica
