Trichasterina Starfish [Trichasterina hirsuta]
Description
Trichasterina hirsuta, also known as the Trichasterina Starfish, is a marine species that inhabits the deep-sea environment. This species is characterized by its rough, hairy appearance, which is the origin of its Latin name 'hirsuta'. The Trichasterina Starfish is typically found on soft substrates at depths of 1000 to 5000 meters. Its distinguishing features include a body covered in long, slender spines and a coloration that varies from reddish-brown to purple.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Hexactinosida
Hexactinosida
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| Family |
Giant Glass Sponges
Euretidae
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| Genus |
Trichasterina
Trichasterina
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