Mosaic Seastar

Plectaster decanus

Sea Life Native IUCN: Not Evaluated

About

It is the only species in the genus Plectaster. This five-armed starfish is distinguished by its very bright colors. A group of raised yellow ridges covers its red upper surface and it is soft in texture.

Poisonous :Plectaster decanus is one of the few poisonous sea stars, and can cause numbness in humans if it is carried for any length of time

Size

A maximum isze of 24cm

Habitat

Amongst rocks and algae in sub-tidal areas, to depth of 200 m

Distribution

Southern coast of Australia

Local Sightings

1 recorded sighting in and around the area.

References & citations (1)
  1. The Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2021-09-22 14:03:33)

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