Horned Sea Star
Protoreaster nodulosus
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Quick Facts
Scientific name
Protoreaster nodulosus
Other names
Knobbly Seastar
Size
Up to 30 cm (11.8 in)
Weight
Up to .70 kg (1.54 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Coastal waters amongst sand flats & rocky areas abundant with algae, seagrass & sponges
Depth Range
0 - 64 m (209 ft)
