E-1700 HAIRY BRITTLESTAR, Ophiothrix angulata

This colorful banded brittlestar lives in sponges and tunicates, rhythmically waving its arms in the current. Feeding can be easily observed since the disc is soft and shows peristaltic movements. Some may exhibit luminescence. Ophiothrix has long spines covering its arms, giving it a hairy appearance. It has tremendous variation in color patterns. Size: 2-3 cm.