Pteraster jordani [Pteraster jordani]
Description
Pteraster jordani can be a rewarding find for divers who enjoy spotting less-common sea stars. It typically presents as a starfish with a rough, patterned exterior and arms that spread across the substrate. With careful observation, divers can appreciate how its texture helps it camouflage among rocks and reef rubble.
Where To See Pteraster jordani
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Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Echinoderms
Echinodermata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Stars
Asteroidea
|
| Order |
Velatid Sea Urchins
Velatida
|
| Family |
Pterasterid
Pterasteridae
|
| Genus |
Slime Stars
Pteraster
|
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