Family: |
Goniasteridae () |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 51 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific: Andaman Islands to Australia and Japan. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Occurs in shallow reef areas at depths of 1 to 35 m (Ref. 800), particularly on reef slopes with rocky bottoms (Ref. 85384). Feeds on detritus, encrusting sponges and small invertebrates (Ref. 800). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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