This sea star in the genus Solaster was observed during Dive 09 of the 2023 Shakedown + EXPRESS West Coast Exploration expedition at a depth of 982 meters (3,222 feet). It measured nearly 15 centimeters (6 inches) across!
Sea Star
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This sea star in the genus Solaster was observed during Dive 09 of the 2023 Shakedown + EXPRESS West Coast Exploration expedition at a depth of 982 meters (3,222 feet). It measured nearly 15 centimeters (6 inches) across!