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Paul Naylor
Rosy feather star
Scientific name: Antedon bifida
Another member of the echinoderm phylum, feather stars share some characteristics with true starfish, but also have their very own intriguing adaptations and behaviours, which make them a fascinating find for SCUBA divers!
Species information
Statistics
Diameter 10-20 cm, most abundant between depths of 15m and 40m.Conservation status
Common.