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seagrass lagoon

Scaly sea star
Nepanthia sp.

This sea star is seldom encountered, and only at night. The upper side appears to be covered with scales. It is hard to spot as its upper side blends well with the muddy bottom. Its underside, however, is far more colourful!

See also ...
Sea stars in general
Echinoderms in general

Boring upper side

Colourful underside

quick facts
Diameter with arms about 8cm, occasionally seen in the seagrass lagoon at night

Classification:
Class Asteroidea
Phylum Echinodermata

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