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Luzon Sea Star
Echinaster luzonicus
6.94886, 125.73
Field Notes
Description:
Also known as Luzon Starfish, Orange Sea Star, Orange Starfish, Orange Luzon Sea Star and Orange Luzon Starfish. Their color varies from place to place (see my previous spotting: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/8481518 )
They feed on molluscs, worms and detritus, and grow to a length of about 15cm.
Habitat:
Found singly or in groups in shallow lagoons and bays on sand and rubble areas, at depths of 2 to 15m. Widespread in the West Pacific.
Notes:
I spotted this sea star at a depth of about 40 feet.
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Photographed
PublishedJanuary 24, 2012
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