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Cushion Sea Star

Oreaster reticulatus

Photo by joanbstanley
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Description:

The Cushion Sea Star has a rounded pentagonal shape with a rigid and bumpy texture; they are very thick and resemble a pentagonal pincushion. A net-like pattern of small protrusions (ossicles-used for breathing) covers the top surface area, while suction cups (tube feet) cover the bottom. The stars can be red, pink, pale orange or purple. The young ones are usually green- brown.

Habitat:

Ranguana Cay, Belize

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Oreaster reticulatus

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