Stichopodid Sea Stars [Stichopodidae]

Description

Stichopodidae sea stars are less commonly encountered than some other starfish families, but when divers do spot them, they stand out with their distinctive body shapes. They typically cling to or rest on the seafloor, often in areas with good cover like reef edges or rocky substrates. Expect a slow, deliberate presence as they feed and move along the bottom.

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