Southern Sea Star [Trichasterina tasmaniae]
Description
The Southern Sea Star is a marine species native to the waters around Tasmania, Australia. Its body is circular with five distinct, thin arms. Coloration tends to be a bright orange or duller brown. This species is usually found in shallow waters, particularly in rocky areas with lots of algae for it to feed on. It is a nocturnal species, hiding during the day and emerging at night to feed.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Sponges
Porifera
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|---|---|
| Class |
Hexactinellida
Hexactinellida
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| Order |
Hexactinosida
Hexactinosida
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| Family |
Farreidae
Farreidae
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| Genus |
Trichasterina
Trichasterina
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