Pisaster ochraceus (Brandt, 1835)
Purple star
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Family:  Asteriidae ()
Max. size:  35 cm WD (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 90 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: Alaska, USA and Canada.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  It is found on rocky bottoms from intertidal areas to a depth of 90 meters (Ref. 865).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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