The sunflower starfish are known in the scientific field as Pycnopodia helianthoides, and they are asteroid echinoderms. These starfish are excellent predators and they usually inhabit the waters located in the coasts of the northwest area of North America. General Description of the Sunflower Starfish There is no doubt that the most striking feature of … Leer más
In the following article, we will talk about the Mediterranean Red Starfish, or Echinaster sepositus, in scientific terms, whose stunning red color delights anyone who sees them. Characteristics of the Mediterranean Red Starfish These starfish usually have 5 thin arms with tiny spines disorderly arranged on the dorsal surface. In rare cases, they can have … Leer más
Today we will talk a little about the Crown-of-thorns Starfish or Acanthaster planci, in scientific terms. This article is designed to offer you an accurate and summarized information about this strange starfish, whose venomous thorns are the main reason of their name. Main characteristics of the Crown-of-Thorns Starfish The starfish are distinctive symbols of the … Leer más
Now it is time to learn a about the blue starfish since most people only know about the most common types of starfish , without the slightest idea that there are many others types.. Blue starfish The scientific name of this species is Linckia laevigata. It is a starfish which has five cylindrical arms of fully … Leer más
In this opportunity you will know everything related to the starfish, one of the most fascinating and beautiful marine species, whose striking color delight anyone. Main Characteristics of The Starfish The starfish are invertebrate creatures, which make up a large group of marine species, where cucumbers and sea urchins are probably the most common. It … Leer más
The Red Cushion Starfish are also known as West Indian Sea Star, or Oreaster Reticulatusin scientific terms. This echinoderm belongs to the Oreasteridae family. This species of starfish has about 5 broad arms (even 7 arms in some occasions); which project from a broad cushioned disc. Red Cushion Starfish General Description The Red Cushion Starfish is easy to … Leer más