Family: |
Holothuriidae (sea cucumbers) |
Max. size: |
25 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 220 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found on sandy areas with coral rubble (Ref. 115900). This is a nocturnal species (Refs. 85218, 129602). Detritivorous deposit feeder (Ref. 108124). Found among rocks and boulders. Prefers waters deeper than 10m (Ref. 129602). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
(LC); Date assessed: 18 May 2010 Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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