Blue Ring Sea Star [Sericolophus stellaris]
Description
The Blue Ring Sea Star is a rare species found in the deep waters off the coast of New Zealand. They are easily identifiable by their bright blue color and the unique ring patterns that cover their bodies. These sea stars are typically found in deep, rocky environments and have a diet consisting of small invertebrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
|
| Order |
Hexactinosida
Hexactinosida
|
| Family |
Farreidae
Farreidae
|
| Genus |
Sericolophus
Sericolophus
|