Pisaster brevispinus, commonly called the pink sea star, giant pink sea star, or short-spined sea star, is a species of sea star in the northeast Pacific Ocean. It was first described to science by …

Pisaster brevispinus, commonly called the pink sea star, giant pink sea star, or short-spined sea star, is a species of sea star in the northeast Pacific Ocean. It was first described to science by …

Learn the scientific name, discover the habitat, diet and special characteristics of the Pink Sea Star with the Georgia Aquarium.

The Pink Sea Star, also known as Pisaster brevispinus, is a vibrant starfish species found along the Pacific coast of North America, particularly in the intertidal and shallow subtidal zones. …

Pisaster (from Greek πίσος, "pea", and ἀστήρ, "star" [1]) is a genus of Pacific sea stars that includes three species, P. brevispinus, P. giganteus, and P. ochraceus. Their range extends …

Pisaster brevispinus, commonly called the pink sea star, giant pink sea star, or short-spined sea star, is a species of sea star from the northeast Pacific Ocean. Most organisms interact with …

Like other sea stars, the Cushion Sea Star Culcita novaeguineae consumes detritus and uneaten foods, helping to keep your aquarium clean. It is known by a variety of other names including …

Pisaster brevispinus, found off Northwest Island, Rosario Bay. Ruler is 12 inches (30 cm). Description: This large seastar has 5 rays which are thickest near the central disk. Its aboral …

Sitka, Alaska to central California; intertidal to 182 m (600 ft). A typical GIANT PINK STAR. Note the uniformly pink colour and numerous short spines. The stiff, heavy-set arms are round in …

The Pink Sea Star or Giant Pisaster Brevispinus can reach a diameter of two feet while weighing up to 2 lbs., and has spines less than 2 millimeters long. It has a soft, flabby body that allows it …