Key Identification Features
- Like most other starfish species, Stichaster australis has two distinct life stages: planktonic and benthic.
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🦋 Identification Guide
How to Identify Stichasteridae
Stichasteridae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Forcipulatida, class Asteroidea. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Stichasteridae Species
Stichaster australis (Verrill, 1867)
Stichaster australis (Verrill, 1867)
Stichaster australis, the reef starfish, is an endemic New Zealand starfish spec…
Stichaster striatus Müller & Troschel, 1840
Stichaster striatus Müller & Troschel, 1840
Stichaster striatus is a gregarious predatory starfish species native to the sou…
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Stichasteridae?
Stichasteridae animals belong to the Forcipulatida order in the Animalia kingdom. Like most other starfish species, Stichaster australis has two distinct life stages: planktonic and benthic. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Stichasteridae?
Stichasteridae is classified in the order Forcipulatida, class Asteroidea, phylum Echinodermata. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
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