Irregular Sea Star

Smilasterias irregularis

Sea Life Endemic IUCN: Not Evaluated

About

Can be found around the Tomahawk coastal area common in the sub-tidal zone under rocks near Tomahawk Island

Identification

Commonly 5 arms that can be of irregular size with a colour pattern of mottled reddish browns and creams to whites

Size

Can grow to a maximum size of around 14cm, centre to arm tip up to 7cm

Habitat

Can be found on rocky substrates out to a depth of around 30m, can also be found in lower inter-tidal areas under rocks

Distribution

Southeastern Australia including around Tasmania

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Local Sightings

1 recorded sighting in and around the area.

References & citations (1)

Atlas of Living Australia (accessed 2024-02-28 08:48:25)

Quick Facts

Common name: Irregular Sea Star
Scientific name: Smilasterias irregularis H.L. Clark, 1928
Family: Stichasteridae
Category: Sea Life › Sea Stars
Origin: Endemic
Conservation: Not Evaluated

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