Red Sea Star [Trachytedania venus]
Description
The Red Sea Star is a marine starfish species that belongs to the genus Trachytedania. It is recognized for its striking red color and five pointed arms. This species is found predominantly in the Atlantic Ocean. They are bottom dwellers and are often seen in rocky underwater terrains. Their diet consists of small invertebrates and detritus.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Demospongiae
Demospongiae
|
| Order |
Poecilosclerida
Poecilosclerida
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| Family |
Tedaniidae
Tedaniidae
|
| Genus |
Trachytedania
Trachytedania
|