(Archaster angulatus)
The Latin name for sea stars" echinoderm" literally means "spiny-skinned". This starfish really fits the name! The German name "Kamm-Seestern" refers to the comb like appendages.
This sea star lives on sandy areas and if in danger it buries very quickly.
Leyte, Philippines , February 2003
Nikon Coolpix 5000 in sealux housing and subtronic flash
. Copyright Teresa Zubi