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Common Sea Star

Archaster typicus

Photo by beastiet
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Field Notes

Description:

For sea stars, it displays a unique mating behaviour where the smaller male will be on top of the larger female. External fertilization still occurs and is increased with this behaviour.

Habitat:

Sandy shores

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PublishedDecember 2, 2011

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