How big is the Red feather star?

Red feather star (Himerometra robustipinna) reaches 15–20 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Red feather star?

Red feather star is found between 2–40 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Red feather star?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Red feather star?

Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Red feather star (Himerometra robustipinna)

Key facts

Scientific name: Himerometra robustipinna
Common name: Red feather star
Category: Echinoderms
Family: Himerometridae
Genus: Himerometra
Size: 15–20 cm
Depth: 2–40 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: coral-reef
Behaviours: benthic, filter-feeder
Ocean zones: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea

Description

Himerometra robustipinna reaches 20 cm. Feather crinoid with central black or brown calyx bearing 30-40 bright red to orange arms more robust than Oxycomanthus (hence robustipinna). Clear lateral pinnules. Lives from 2 to 40 m on gorgonians, branching corals and coral drop-offs of entire Indo-Pacific. Listed LC. Nocturnal suspensivore filter feeder, solidly clings to supports. Bright red color makes spectacular contrast. Often hosts Laomenes shrimp in crown. Iconic wide and macro photo subject of drop-offs.

Photo of Red feather star

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Red feather star?: Red feather star (Himerometra robustipinna) reaches 15–20 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Red feather star?: Red feather star is found between 2–40 m deep.
Is the Red feather star dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Red feather star?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Red feather star?: Found in: Asian Pacific, Indian Ocean & Red Sea.

Similar species

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 367877)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 4341223)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia