Brittlestar Collection

Horse mussel (Modiolus modiolus) bed with Brittlestars (Ophiothrix fragilis) and Edible crab (Cancer pagurus), Shetland, Scotland, UK, September

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Close up of brittle star on coral. Date: 01/03/2005

Suensons brittle star (Ophiothrix suensonii) on Azure vase sponge (Callyspongia plicifera), St. Vincent, Caribbean

Basket star or gorgons head, Astrocladus euryale
6338332 Basket star or gorgons head, Astrocladus euryale by Corsi (19th century); (add.info.: Basket star or gorgons head, Astrocladus euryale, Euriale a costole lisce)

Nudibranch (Fjordia lineata) crawling amongst the legs of a Black brittlestar (Ophiocomina nigra), Loch Carron, Highlands, Scotland, UK

Mantis shrimp, Gonodactylus chiragra (Squilla gottosa). Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine Laurent de Jussieus Dizionario delle Scienze Naturali, Dictionary of Natural Science

Northern basket star (Gorgonocephalus eucnemis) Slingsby Channel, British Columbia, Canada. May

Kaleidoscopic image of brittlestars. Indonesia

Kaleidoscopic image of brittle star (Ophiothrix sp), North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Kaleidoscopic image of Brittlestar (Ophiothrix sp. ) on Sea pen (Virgularia sp. ). Rinca, Indonesia
Kaleidoscopic image of Brittlestar (Ophiothrix sp.) on Sea pen (Virgularia sp.). Rinca, Indonesia

Brittle Star - Blending into it's home on the soft coral this starfish is almost invivible - Papua New Guinea
VT-8849 Brittle Star - Blending into it's home on the soft coral this starfish is almost invisible Papua New Guinea Ophiothrix foveolata Valerie & Ron Taylor Please note that prints are for

Palaeocoma egertoni, a fossil ophiuroid
Palaeocoma egertoni, with arms 4.5 cm long, from the Jurassic of Dorest, England

Illustration of children on beach on rocky coastline with birds, flora and sea life

Black Brittlestar (Ophiocomina nigra) adult, on maerl bed in sea loch, Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Highlands, Scotland, June

Prickly Brittlestar (Ophiocoma erinaceus) adult, on black sand, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, February

Common Brittlestar (Ophiothrix fragilis) adult, in rockpool at low tide, Mounts Bay, Marazion, Cornwall, England, November

Various fish, shellfish and seaweed in fishing net, including snail, cushion star, scallops, starfish, brittlestar, mackerels, dogfish, sea urchin, ray egg case, dogfish egg case, snail egg case

Northern brittlestars (Opiothrix fragalis) in a glass tank

Brittle star, SEM
Brittle star (Amphipholis sp.), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). A brittle star is a marine invertebrate that is related to starfish

Palaeocoma egertoni, brittle star fossil C016 / 4893
Palaeocoma egertoni, brittle star fossil. Brittle stars are related to starfish but, unlike starfish, they can crawl across the sea floor using their flexible arms

Brittle star fossil C013 / 6618
Brittlestar (Ophioderma egertoni) fossil. A brittle star is a marine invertebrate that is related to starfish. It has five flexible arms radiating from a central disc-shaped body

Brittle star, Astrotoma agassizii
Specimen collected by Robert Falcon Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition

Ophioctenella sp. brittle star
Scanning electron microscope image of the post-larval stage of a brittle star (x 110) A newly described species 1994

Ophioderma egertoni (Broderip), brittlestar
Brittlestars belong to the echinoderms and are a close relative of sea stars. This specimen dates from the Middle Lias of the Jurassic from Bridport, Dorset c. 195-189 million years old

Brittlestar
Underside of a brittlestar specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Ophiroid brittle stars
These invertebrates can occur in huge numbers on the deep ocean floor. Specimens held at the Natural History Museum, London

Astroboa clavata, basketstar

Palaeocoma egertoni, fossil brittle star
A fossil brittle (serpent) star found in the Jurassic and Lias of England. Maximum diameter 8cm. This specimen is a well-known Echinoderm genus and similar to todays living brittle stars

Brittle Star - Indonesia
LEE-154 Brittle Star Indonesia Ophiothrix purpurea Lea Lee contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Brittlestar (Ophiuroidea sp. ) adult, on Soft Glomerate Tree Coral (Dendronephthya sp)
Brittlestar (Ophiuroidea sp.) adult, on Soft Glomerate Tree Coral (Dendronephthya sp.) in reef at night, Tutuntute, Wetar Island, Barat Daya Islands, Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku Province, Indonesia

Sand Brittlestar (Ophiura ophiura) adult, on sandy seabed, Worbarrow Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, july

Brittle Star - Brittle stars can regenerate a new individual from a broken fragment
VT-8951 Brittle Star Papua New Guinea Ophiothrix purpurea Brittle stars can regenerate a new individual from a broken fragment. They also change colour to match their host

Brittle Star
JLM-3059 Brittle Star John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way. contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: + 44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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The fascinating world of brittlestars is filled with an array of captivating creatures and breathtaking sights. In the depths of the ocean, a Horse mussel bed thrives, adorned with delicate Brittlestars gracefully intertwining their arms amidst the shells. A curious Edible crab scuttles by, observing this mesmerizing spectacle. Venturing to St. Vincent in the Caribbean, we encounter a Suensons brittle star perched upon an Azure vase sponge. The vibrant colors create a stunning contrast against the backdrop of crystal-clear waters. Further exploration reveals a Basket star or gorgon's head, Astrocladus euryale, displaying its intricate branches that resemble an otherworldly masterpiece. In another corner of the sea lies a Nudibranch crawling amongst the legs of a Black brittlestar. Their symbiotic relationship showcases nature's ability to harmonize even among contrasting species. Meanwhile, a Mantis shrimp named Gonodactylus chiragra proudly displays its vibrant hues as it patrols its territory. Traveling to Slingsby Channel in British Columbia unveils the enchanting Northern basket star (Gorgonocephalus eucnemis). Its sprawling arms sway gently with each passing current, creating an ethereal dance beneath the waves. Journeying further east to Indonesia reveals kaleidoscopic images of brittlestars adorning reefs like living jewels. Among these kaleidoscopic wonders resides Palaeocoma egertoni—a fossil ophiuroid—reminding us that these remarkable creatures have graced our planet for millions of years. Finally, Papua New Guinea offers us glimpses into nature's camouflage mastery as we witness a Brittle Star blending seamlessly into its soft coral home—an almost invisible marvel. These snapshots from different corners of our oceans remind us that within every nook and cranny lies hidden beauty waiting to be discovered and appreciated—the fragile yet resilient world where Brittlestars reign supreme.