Ophiarachna incrassata (Hairy green ophure)

Adult size25.00 cm
Temperature22 - 28 °C
pH7,5 - 8,5
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)200 L

Description

Central disc 5cm in diameter, arms up to 25 cm and covered with "hairs". Its color is greenish or yellowish. It is very fast. Not recommended in an invertebrates tray.

Ophiarachna Incrassata is an invertebrate of the Ophiuridae family, the ophiuridae are a large family of echinoderms, Commonly Known as the "brittle stars" or "basket stars". Like most echinoderms, it has a hard external frame called test and a radioles system that allows it to move and feed.

Origin

  • FamilyOphiodermatidae
  • OriginIndo-Pacific Ocean

Characteristics

  • Adult size25.00 cm
  • BehaviourAggressive
  • FoodCarnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeSeawater, hot
  • Temperature22 - 28 °C
  • pH7,5 - 8,5
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)200 L

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