Horned Sea Star
Protoreaster nodulosus
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Quick Facts
Scientific nameProtoreaster nodulosus
Other namesKnobbly Seastar
SizeUp to 30 cm (11.8 in)
WeightUp to .70 kg (1.54 lb)
FamilyEchinoderms / Oreasteridae
Distribution
Habitat & AU DistributionCoastal waters amongst sand flats & rocky areas abundant with algae, seagrass & sponges
Depth Range0 - 64 m (209 ft)
