Caribbean Reefs

Banded Sea Star

Luidia alternata

Location: Cozumel, Mexico

Scientific Name: Luidia alternata

Also known as: Limp Sea Star, Weak Sea Star

Category: Sea Stars

Size: 6 to 12 in. (15 to 30 cm)

Depth: 10-160 ft. (3-50 m)

Distribution: Caribbean, Florida, Brazil, Bahamas