Species Type:
Invertebrates
Common Name(s):
Vermillion sea star
Size:
Vermillion sea stars can grow up to 8 inches (20 centimeters) in diameter.
Diet:
Vermillion sea stars eat sponges, algae, sea pens and tunicates.
Range & Habitat:
Along the Pacific coast of North America, vermillion sea stars can be found in rocky areas and coral reef habitats.
Details:
These sea stars are bright orange in color with five long, slender arms. They’re bumpy in texture with small round granules on top.