Quick Facts
Scientific name
Ophionereis schayeri
Other names
Schayer's Brittle Star
Size
Up to 30 cm (11.8 in)
Weight
Up to .25 kg (.55 lb)
Distribution
Habitat & AU Distribution
Shallow coastal to deeper offshore waters amongst rocky habitats & reef, often under rocks & boulders
Depth Range
0 - 180 m (590 ft)
![Brittle Star Distribution](https://marinewise.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Australian-Fish-Distribution-32.png)