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Blue Sea Star

Linckia laevigata

Description:

A sea star that is most often shades of deep or lighter blue, but varies throughout its range to green/blue, purple and even orange (as pictured in another contribution by another 'spotter' on Project Noah). Although they appear soft the texture and form of the sea star is harder than it seems. Usually five arms, and has ability to regenerate.

Habitat:

Found throughout Pacific oceans, coral reefs, Ind-Pacific oceans.

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kdpicturemaker
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kdpicturemaker

Queensland, Australia

Spotted on Jul 4, 2012
Submitted on Dec 4, 2013

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