Forcipulatida Collection

Purple sea star (Pisaster ochraceus) in shallow water beneath forest. Browning Pass, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. North East Pacific Ocean

Purple and Ochre sea stars (Pisaster ochraceus) preying on Pacific blue mussels (Mytilus trossulus). Also seen are Green Surf Anemones (Anthopleura xanthogrammica)

Blue starfish (Coscinasterias tenuispina) close up of arm with tube feet, Tenerife, Canary Islands

High magnification photo of the spines of a Common starfish (Asterias rubens). Gulen, Bergen, Norway. North Sea, North East Atlantic Ocean

Plumose anemones (Metridium senile) and common starfish (Asterias rubens) beneath the sun in a Norwegian Fjord. Gulen, Bergen, Norway. North East Atlantic Ocean

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Gull feeding on purple sea stars, Stanley Park, British Columbia Date: 06/09/2007

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Purple sea star, Pisaster ochraceus, Stanley Park, British Columbia Date: 06/09/2007

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Purple sea stars, Pisaster ochraceus, Stanley Park, British Columbia Date: 06/09/2007

Sea star (Asterias rubens) on kelp, Vevang, Norway, Atlantic Ocean

Common starfish (Asterias rubens) with pink encrusting algae, Farne Islands, Northumberland, UK, North Sea

Split level of Sunflower stars (Pycnopodia helianthoides) on rocks underwater, Minstrel Island, British Columbia, Canada. March

Black-and-white sea flea (Chromopleustes oculatus) on a Sunflower star (Pycnopodia helianthoides), Port Neville, Johnstone Strait, British Columbia, Canada. March

Starfish (Asterias rubens) below kelp in the typical scenery in Thorshofn Bay, north Iceland. North Atlantic Ocean

A pair of Purple sea stars (Pisaster ochraceus) climb on anemones in shallow water, beneath trees in Browning Pass, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Canada. North East Pacific Ocean

Common Starfish (Asterias rubens) and Common Cockle (Cerastoderma edule) on the beach, The Netherlands, Noord-Holland

Asterias gaveyi, a fossil starfish
Asterias gaveyi, the oral surface, with an arm stretch of 18 cm, from the Jurassic of Gloucestershire, England

Scientific diver looks on at a giant starfish, Antarctic Peninsula
Scientific diver looks on at a giant starfish (Labidiaster annulatus), Paradise Harbour, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Purple sea stars, Pisaster ochraceus, Stanley Park, British Columbia

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Forcipulatida, also known as sea stars or starfish, are fascinating creatures found in various marine ecosystems. One captivating sight is the Purple sea star (Pisaster ochraceus) gracefully navigating through shallow waters beneath a dense forest. Their vibrant purple color adds a touch of enchantment to the surrounding environment. Another intriguing behavior is their predatory nature. The Purple and Ochre sea stars (Pisaster ochraceus) can be seen preying on Pacific blue mussels, showcasing their remarkable feeding abilities. This interaction between predator and prey highlights the delicate balance within marine food webs. In Tenerife, a Blue starfish (Coscinasterias tenuispina) captures attention with its close-up arm adorned with tube feet. These unique structures aid in movement and capturing prey, allowing them to thrive in their oceanic habitat. Beneath the surface lies an extraordinary scene where Plumose anemones (Metridium senile) coexist harmoniously with common starfish (Asterias rubens). This symbiotic relationship showcases the beauty of underwater life and reminds us of the interconnectedness of all species. The diversity within Forcipulatida is astounding; each species possesses its own distinct characteristics. A mesmerizing image captured off Vevang, Norway reveals a Sea star (Asterias rubens) clinging onto kelp in the vast Atlantic Ocean. Its presence serves as a reminder of how these creatures adapt to different environments across our planet's oceans. On Farne Islands, we encounter another member of this family - Common starfish (Asterias rubens), adorned with pink encrusting algae that adds splashes of color against rocky surfaces. Such encounters remind us that even seemingly mundane organisms possess hidden beauty waiting to be discovered. Exploring deeper depths unveils breathtaking scenes like split levels filled with Sunflower stars (Pycnopodia helianthoides) gracefully resting on rocks.