Typically has six arm rays merged with the disc and has a hexagonal shape. The colour is variable however the centre of the disc has a dark or black blotch on the top side and the feet are pale and not orange.
What habitats does Meridiastra oriens live in?
Can be found under rocks out to a depth of around 30m
What is the distribution of Meridiastra oriens?
Eastern and south-eastern Australia including around Tasmania
How big does Meridiastra oriens grow?
Centre to arm tip up to 4 cm
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