- Brittle starOphiothrix fragilis is a species of brittle star in the order Ophiurida1. It is found around the coasts of western Europe and is known in Britain as the common brittle star. It is also found along the coast of South Africa where it is known as the hairy brittle star1. The five arms are long (about five times the disk diameter) and spiny, and the upper disk surface has a 5-rayed pattern of spines. This species is very varied in colour, commonly brown or grey but ranging through purple, red, orange, yellow, and white2.Learn more:✕This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.Ophiothrix fragilis is a species of brittle star in the order Ophiurida. It is found around the coasts of western Europe and is known in Britain as the common brittle star. It is also found along the coast of South Africa where it is known as the hairy brittle star.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ophiothrix_fragilisA large brittlestar whose disk may reach up to 2 cm in diameter. The five arms are long (about five times the disk diameter) and spiny. The upper disk surface has a 5-rayed pattern of spines. This species is very varied in colour, commonly brown or grey but ranging through purple, red, orange, yellow, and white.www.marlin.ac.uk/species/detail/1198
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WEBApr 30, 2024 · Description. Ophiothrix fragilis is a brittlestar reaching a diameter of up to 16 cm. The central disc has a diameter of about 2 cm and the five thick arms are around 7 cm long. The arms are densely covered …
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