Cryptic Sea Star

Cryptasterina pentagona

VUVulnerableSingapore Red Data Book 3

Habitats

Rocky Shores

Locations

South

Cryptic Sea Star

As its name suggests, the cryptic sea star has a dull and inconspicuous appearance as its colours flawlessly match the rock it is holding on to! This master of disguise feeds on the algae and other small creatures living on the rocky shore.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please do not bring back animals from the wild! Read more about the dos and don'ts in the intertidal zone.

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SPECIES OF Sea Stars

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