Double Star
Iconaster longimanus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameIconaster longimanus
Other namesIcon Star, Red & Yellow Iconaster Seastar
SizeUp to 30 cm (12 in)
WeightUp to .30 kg (.66 lb)
FamilyEchinoderms / Goniasteridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal to deeper reef waters amongst rocky, rubble & reef habitats
Depth Range6 - 85 m (20 - 279 ft)
