Sunstar Crossaster papposus

This large star fish looks like the sun, with 10-12 arms spreading outwards like the sun’s rays.

Behaviour

Size

up to 35 cm diameter

Status

common

Distribution

When to see

All year round

Facts

Common name

Sunstar

Species name

Crossaster papposus

When to see in Scotland

All year round

Snorkelling can be dangerous and is done entirely at your own risk.

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