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Blue Linckia
Linckia laevigata
Heffernan's Sea Star
Celerina heffernani
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- Found in
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How to recognise it
- Colours
- orangered
- Pattern
- Tubercles pattern
Celerina heffernani, known commonly as the Hefferman's Starfish, is a species of marine echinoderm in the family Ophidiasteridae.
The Hefferman's Starfish is widespread throughout the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific area from Indonesia and Philippines to Solomon Islands, New Caledonia and East Australia.
This starfish can be distinguished from Fromia monilis by a unique range of short spikes lying on both side of the arms groove.
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Questions
Is Heffernan's Sea Star dangerous?
Heffernan's Sea Star has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.
