Pteraster hirsutus [Pteraster hirsutus]
Description
Divers may spot this sea star as a low, spreading starfish with a rough, hairy-looking surface. Its arms are often dotted with small projections that help it blend into rocky or reef habitats. When you look closely, it can appear surprisingly textured against the substrate.
Where To See Pteraster hirsutus
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
|
Have a photo of Pteraster hirsutus?
Share your underwater photos with the diving community
Upload Photos