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Brittle stars, or ophiuroids are echinoderms, closely related to sea stars. The ophiuroids generally have five long slender, whip-like arms which may reach up to 60 centimeters (2 feet) in length on the largest specimens. They are also known as serpent stars. There are some 1,500 species of brittle stars living today, and they are largely found in deep waters more than 500 metres (1,650 feet) down.
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How big is the mouth of a brittle star?
3/4 the size of it's body.
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 difference from a starfish and a brittle star?
a brittle star is a type of starfish.
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 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 phylum is the brittle star in?
The brittle star belongs to the phylum Echinodermata.
How big can a brittle star get?
Brittle sea stars sizes can vary. Some are very, very small. Others can grow up to twelve inches in size.
