Deep Sea Profile
Agile starfish relatives that can drop their arms to escape predators and regrow them later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are they fast?
Compared to regular starfish, they are very quick and 'scuttle' across the sand.
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Deep Sea Brittle Star
Ophiuroidea
Image via Wikimedia Commons
Abyssal Stats
Depth
Surface–6,000 m (0–19,600 ft)
Size
Up to 60 cm (24 in) arm span
Habitat
Seafloor
Diet
Detritus and small organisms
What they'd be sayin'
"I can move much faster than my sea star cousins by rowing my flexible arms."
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