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Linckia columbiae Gray, 1840 Fragile star |
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| Family: | Ophidiasteridae () | |||
| Max. size: | 10 cm WD (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 100 m | |||
| Distribution: | Eastern Pacific and Western Central Atlantic. | |||
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| Biology: | This species is found in intertidal and subtidal areas at depths of 0 to 100 m (Ref. 83942). It is known to break off its arms when threatened and as a means of asexual reproduction (Ref. 865). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
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