Cushion Star

Culcita novaeguineae

Family: Starfish Category: Detritivore Max size: 30 cm

Species information

Habitat: Coral reefs and rocky bottoms
Distribution: Indo-Pacific Ocean
Food: Algae, organic detritus, small invertebrates
Way of living: Solitary
Behavior: Often found in shallow waters; slow-moving and feeds mainly at night

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