Dalmatian Linckia (species: Linckia multifora) in taxonomy (Gaia Guide)
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Linckia multifora
Dalmatian Linckia


©Jan Messersmith: Linckia multifora

©Jan Messersmith: Linckia multifora showing regeneration from a single remaining arm

©Anne: Linckia multifora found under rubble at MacGillivray Reef near Lizard Island. The longest arm is about 5 cm long. 

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Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Echinodermata
Class Asteroidea
Order Valvatida
Family Ophidiasteridae
Genus Linckia
Species Linckia multifora
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Colours

                             

Distinguishing features

A small starfish with a mottled colour pattern and arms often of irregular length. Arm number variable, often five but sometimes four, six or seven. Usually two madreporites (special porous plates on the upper disc used for water transfer). Always concealed, at least during the day.

Size

  • Size data has not been obtained.

Depth range

  • Depth range data is not yet available.

Synonyms

Distribution


©Atlas of Living Australia: Australian distribution: Linckia multifora

Local abundance

  • Lizard Island area: Uncommon.

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References

References that assist with identification

  • Marsh and J. Fromont, L.M. (2020). Field Guide to shallow water seastars of Australia. Western Australian Museum, Perth.

Other references

  • Clark, A.M. and F.W.E. Rowe (1971). Monograph of shallow-water Indo-west Pacific echinoderms British Museum (Natural History), London.