Astrostole multispina [Astrostole multispina]
Description
As the name suggests, this species has a spiny look that stands out against the substrate. Divers often encounter it on hard bottoms where it blends in with algae-covered rock. If you watch patiently, you may notice slow, deliberate arm movements as it feeds along the seafloor.
Where To See Astrostole multispina
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Echinoderms
Echinodermata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Stars
Asteroidea
|
| Order |
Forcipulatid sea stars (forcipulate sea stars)
Forcipulatida
|
| Family |
Asteriid
Asteriidae
|
| Genus |
Seven Rayed Star
Astrostole
|
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