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What is a brittle star's symbiotic relationship?
Brittle stars have a symbiotic relationship with bacteria. The bacteria live on the brittle star's skin and help digest food for the brittle star. In return, the brittle star provides the bacteria with protection and a suitable environment to thrive.
What is the scientific name of a brittle star?
That depends on which species of brittle star you are referring to. There are 1900 living species of brittle star.
Is a brittle star a myriapod?
A Brittle star is not a myriapod. A Brittle star is an echinoderm. An example of a myriapod would be a centipede.
What is the common name of brittle star?
Um...brittle star?
What family is the brittle star?
The Brittle star is in the Family Ophiodermatidae.
Is a brittle star a vertebrate?
a brittle star is an invertabrate
What is the role of a brittle star?
Brittle stars are mostly scavengers, so they help to get rid of dead animals and clean up the reef.
What is the daisy brittle star color?
invertabrateA Brittle star is not a myriapod
What animal is classified as an echinoderm a brittle star or a hydra?
Brittle star
What is the difference from a starfish and a brittle star?
a brittle star is a type of starfish.
What phylum is the brittle star in?
The brittle star belongs to the phylum Echinodermata.
What is the symbiotis relationship between Brittle Star and Kelp Holdfast?
The brittle star and kelp holdfast engage in a symbiotic relationship where the brittle star benefits from the protection and habitat provided by the kelp's holdfast. The holdfast anchors the kelp to the substrate, creating a stable environment that offers shelter and a place for the brittle star to hide from predators. In return, the brittle star can help the kelp by feeding on detritus and small organisms that may harm the kelp, contributing to a healthier ecosystem. This interaction exemplifies the mutual benefits and interconnectedness of marine organisms.
