Pteraster koehleri [Pteraster koehleri]
Description
This cushion star is typically encountered resting on hard bottoms, where its compact body and textured surface help it blend in with the reef. With careful viewing, divers can spot its starfish form and the subtle variation in surface texture that gives it a distinct, “cushioned” look.
Where To See Pteraster koehleri
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Echinoderms
Echinodermata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Stars
Asteroidea
|
| Order |
Velatid Sea Urchins
Velatida
|
| Family |
Pterasterid
Pterasteridae
|
| Genus |
Slime Stars
Pteraster
|
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