Spiny Sea Star

Gomophia egeriae

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Gomophia egeriae is a starfish from the Ophidiasteridae family.

Description

Gomophia egeriae is a starfish with a diameter of 12 cm, arms included. The arms are stocky, cylindrical with a planar ventral surface. The central disk and the arms are covered with conical tubercles more or less pointed. The coloring of the body is extremely variable, with multiple local forms, and sometimes the cohabitation in the same site of very different forms but relatively homogeneous. The base of large conical tubercles is usually ringed with white and black.

Distribution

Native to the Indian and Pacific oceans.

Colors

white

black

brown

orange

blue

red

Habitat and Environment

Benthic

Similar Species

Blue Linckia Carpet Sea Star Chocolate Chip Sea Star Crown-of-Thorns Sea Star Crown-of-Thorns Sea Star (pale) Crown-of-Thorns Sea Star (red)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spiny Sea Star dangerous?

Spiny Sea Star has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.

Where can you find Spiny Sea Star?

Sulawesi Island Wakatobi Indonesia