Cushion Stars Collection

Starfish cover the sandy seafloor near Cocos Island, Costa Rica. This remote, Pacific island is famous for its healthy fish and shark populations

Cluster of red and black pin cushion stars on a sandy bottom, Cocos Island, Costa Rica

A tiny shrimp lives on a starfish in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

A pin cushion starfish clings to a coral reef
A pin cushion starfish (Culcita sp.) clings to a coral reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This tropical area in the western Pacific harbors an extraordinary array of marine organisms

Detail of a sea star on a reef in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area is known for its extremely high marine biodiversity

A tiny shrimp lives on a pin cushion sea star on a reef in Indonesia

Emporer Shrimp on a large pin cushion starfish, Papua New Guinea
Emperor shrimp on a large pin cushion starfish, Papua New Guinea

A large Pin-Cushion Sea Star beside some sea whips on a deep reef off the coast of Fiji
A large Pin-Cushion Sea Star (Culcita novaeguineae) beside some beautiful sea whips on a deep reef off the coast of Fiji

Detail of a pin cushion starfish on a reef in Indonesia
Detail of a pin cushion starfish (Culcita sp.) on a reef in Indonesia

Red Cushion Star (Porania pulvillus) adult, in sea loch, Loch Carron, Ross and Cromarty, Highlands, Scotland, June

Starlet Cushion Star (Asterina gibbosa) adult, in rockpool at low tide, Mounts Bay, Marazion, Cornwall, England, November

Various animals and plant species in a rock pool, cross-section side view

Ventral view of Cushion Star showing pentameric pattern Tanzania
MAB-707 Ventral view of Cushion Star showing pentameric pattern Tanzania Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Shrimp camouflaged for life on the surface of a cushion star, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Common Cushion Stars Asterina gibbosa Castle Bay, Dale, Pembrokeshire, Wales, UK, Europe (rr)
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"Cushion Stars: A Colorful Tapestry of Life in the Sea" Starfish cover the sandy seafloor near Cocos Island, Costa Rica, creating a mesmerizing sight that resembles an underwater galaxy. Among them, a cluster of red and black pin cushion stars adds a vibrant touch to the sandy bottom, their unique patterns standing out against the backdrop. In Lembeh Strait, Indonesia, even more wonders unfold. Here, a tiny shrimp finds its home on the back of a starfish, forming an unlikely partnership in this diverse ecosystem. Meanwhile, another pin cushion starfish clings gracefully to a coral reef nearby. The intricate details of these sea stars are truly captivating as they navigate through their underwater world. Venturing further into Papua New Guinea's waters reveals yet another fascinating sight - an Emperor Shrimp perched atop a large pin cushion starfish. This symbiotic relationship showcases nature's ability to create harmony between different species. Descending into deeper depths off the coast of Fiji unveils an enchanting scene where a large Pin-Cushion Sea Star resides beside delicate sea whips. Their coexistence demonstrates how life thrives even in seemingly inhospitable environments. Indonesia once again offers us glimpses into its rich marine biodiversity with detailed views of pin cushion starfish decorating reefs like living ornaments. These creatures serve as reminders that beauty can be found in every corner of our planet if we take time to explore and appreciate it. Traveling across continents brings us to Loch Carron in Scotland and Mounts Bay in Cornwall, England - unexpected locations for encountering Cushion Stars. In these rockpools at low tide lie adult Red Cushion Stars and Starlet Cushion Stars respectively; showcasing nature's adaptability by thriving even within such contrasting habitats. These images paint just some fragments from the vast tapestry woven by various animals and plant species inhabiting rock pools worldwide – each cross-section side view revealing hidden ecosystems teeming with life.