Echinasteridae Collection

Red starfish (Echinaster sepositus) group on sea floor, 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

Northern sea star (Asterias rubens), two feeding in Eelgrass (Zostera marina) bed. Newfoundland, Canada. May

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

This is a microscopic look at the detail on an Indian feather duster worm (Sabellastarte indica) one of the larger of this family reaching 4 inches across, Yap, Micronesia

Close look in between the spines of the Crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci); Hawaii, United States of America

Crown-Of-Thorns Starfish, Acanthaster planci, Hawaii, USA
Close look in between the spines of the Crown-of-thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci); Hawaii, United States of America

Starfish on coral, Fiji
A seastar (Fromia sp.) on a red fan of gorgonian coral; Fiji

Tube coral at night, Fiji
A close look at one polyp of a colony of green tube coral (Tubastrea micrantha) feeding at night; Fiji Islands

Warty Starfish (Echinaster callosus) adult, close-up of central disc and arms, Raja Ampat Islands (Four Kings), West Papua, New Guinea, Indonesia, June

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Echinasteridae, commonly known as starfish or sea stars, are fascinating creatures found in various marine environments around the world. One example is the red starfish (Echinaster sepositus) group on the sea floor in Tenerife, Canary Islands. These vibrant creatures create a mesmerizing sight against the backdrop of turquoise waters. In another scene beneath the ocean's surface, plumose anemones (Metridium senile) and common starfish (Asterias rubens) coexist harmoniously. Their contrasting colors form a beautiful tableau that showcases nature's diversity and interconnectedness. Moving to eelgrass beds, we witness northern sea stars (Asterias rubens) gracefully feeding amidst Zostera marina. The intricate details captured through high magnification photography reveal their spines' delicate beauty and functionality. Venturing north to Thorshofn Bay in Iceland, we encounter Asterias rubens once again. This time they find solace below kelp forests, blending seamlessly into their surroundings while adding a touch of enchantment to this picturesque landscape. Delving into Micronesia's underwater realm reveals Sabellastarte indica - an Indian feather duster worm boasting stunning intricacy with its feathery extensions reaching up to 4 inches across. A closer look unveils tiny female symbiotic copepods clinging onto these extensions, showcasing nature's remarkable interdependencies. Further exploration takes us to Hawaii where we peer between the spines of Acanthaster planci - also known as Crown-of-thorns starfish - revealing its awe-inspiring yet prickly appearance. This species serves as a reminder of both nature's beauty and potential ecological impact when populations grow unchecked. Traveling across continents brings us to Fiji where starfish adorn coral reefs with their vivid hues, creating a breathtaking spectacle for divers and snorkelers alike. Tube corals at night add an ethereal touch, illuminating the underwater world with their vibrant colors and intricate structures.