Brittlestars Collection

Close up of deepsea Basket star (Gorgonocephalus sp) from coral seamount, SW Indian Ridge, Indian Ocean, December 2011

Brittle star (Ophiuroidea sp) Saltstraumen, Bod, Norway, October 2008

Black brittlestar (Ophiocomina nigra), yellow colour variety, with Common brittlestars (Ophiothrix fragilis), on sea bed, St Abbs (St Abbs and Eyemouth Voluntary Marine Reserve), Berwickshire

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

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

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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Discover the mesmerizing world of brittlestars, fascinating creatures that inhabit the depths of our oceans. 🌊✨ In this close-up shot, we are captivated by the intricate beauty of a deep-sea Basket star from the coral seamount in the SW Indian Ridge. Its delicate arms gracefully extend, creating an enchanting spectacle. Journeying to Saltstraumen in Bod, Norway, we encounter a Brittle star showcasing its unique form and elegance. The October breeze adds a touch of mystique to this captivating creature as it navigates through its underwater realm. Witnessing nature's diversity is truly awe-inspiring. Here we have a Black brittlestar with stunning yellow coloration alongside Common brittlestars. Their coexistence showcases nature's ability to create breathtaking variations within species. Nature has perfected camouflage with this Brittle Star blending seamlessly into its soft coral home in Papua New Guinea. Almost invisible, it reminds us of the hidden wonders waiting to be discovered beneath the ocean's surface. Exploring Loch Carron in Scotland reveals two distinct species: Sand Brittlestar and Black Brittlestar on maerl beds. These resilient creatures adapt effortlessly to their surroundings, thriving amidst diverse marine ecosystems. Venturing further east to Sulawesi in Indonesia brings us face-to-face with the Prickly Brittlestar on black sand beaches at Lembeh Straits. Its spiky appearance serves as both protection and an intriguing visual display. Closer to home, rockpools at low tide in Mounts Bay, Marazion offer glimpses into another world altogether. We find ourselves enchanted by adult Common Brittlestars residing among rocky crevices - true survivors against crashing waves. Indonesia never ceases to amaze. Three more encounters with these enigmatic beings remind us that they are not only found deep below but also grace shallower waters near shorelines—a testament to their adaptability and resilience.