Introduced Species

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Ophiactis resiliens - Brittle Star (Edgar, 1997)

Habitat: Under rocks; 0 - 165 m depth Distribution: WA to Qld and around Tasmania Maximum Size: Disc diameter to 9 mm, Arm length to 50 mm Diet: Small organic particles Comments:  This species is common but not often noticed as it usually is under rocks.Brittle Stars have a distinct central disc and five slender arms. Most brittle star species feed on small organic particles, moved into the mouth by the tube feet.

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