Crown-of-thorns [Acanthaster planci]
Description
This dramatic sea star is famous for its many sharp-looking spines, which can make it look like a living hazard at first glance. Divers may encounter it resting on the reef, where it can blend in with the seafloor—until its spiny silhouette becomes clear.
Where To See Crown-of-thorns
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Echinoderms
Echinodermata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Stars
Asteroidea
|
| Order |
Valvatid sea stars (valvate sea stars)
Valvatida
|
| Family |
Crown Of Thorns Starfish
Acanthasteridae
|
| Genus |
Acanthaster
Acanthaster
|
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