Holothuria hilla
Holothuria hilla Lesson, 1830
Tiger tail
Holothuria hilla
photo by FAO

Family:  Holothuriidae (sea cucumbers)
Max. size:  25 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 220 m
Distribution:  Indo-Pacific.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found on sandy areas with coral rubble (Ref. 115900). This is a nocturnal species (Refs. 85218, 129602). Detritivorous deposit feeder (Ref. 108124). Found among rocks and boulders. Prefers waters deeper than 10m (Ref. 129602).
IUCN Red List Status: (LC); Date assessed: 18 May 2010 Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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