Euretaster insignis (Sladen, 1882)
Striking sea star
photo by Poppe, Guido and Philippe

Family:  Pterasteridae ()
Max. size: 
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 132 m
Distribution:  Pacific Ocean.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits rocky shores and coral reefs in intertidal areas (Ref. 85384).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
Country info:   
 

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