Ophiurida

Ophiura Ophiura

The Ophiurida make up the majority of people living today brittle stars ( Ophiuroidea ). Her arms are always distinct from the body, and can be, since the joint allows a bend up and down only limited, usually only move to the side. The Ophiurida be divided into numerous family, which are differentiated on the jaw apparatus, Mundpapillen and the skeleton of the arms.

Most species feed on organic detritus, feces and algae.