Anthaster

Anthaster valvulatus is a species of sea stars in the family Orestieridae. It is the sole species in the genus Anthaster.[1] While its common name is the brick red seastar,[2] individuals also occur in purple, orange and multicoloured combinations of these colours.[3]

Anthaster valvulatus
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Anthaster

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A. valvulatus
Binomial name
Anthaster valvulatus
(Müller & Troschel, 1843)

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