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Harlequin shrimp: tiny, tough reef predators

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Hariana Chilstrom, Interpretation Supervisor

This pair of harlequin shrimp, Hymenocera elegans, are feeding on a portion of a sea star in their Ocean Oddities exhibit. As an obligate feeder, this tropical shrimp preys exclusively on sea stars (although some observers note that they may more »

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Winter Fishtival January 1: Tide Pool Animals

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Anna McAllister, Copywriter

Join the Seattle Aquarium for Winter Fishtival, where we’ll feature different sea animals and fun activities each day. January 1 is all about the many fascinating creatures that make their homes in tide pools. What’s your favorite tide pool animal—sea more »

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Dangerous But Delicate Sea Star

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Hariana Chilstrom, Interpretation Supervisor

The velcro sea star (Stylasterias forreri), also known as the long-armed, black sea star or fish-eating star, is a subtle but deadly predator. Its usual prey includes snails and chitons but it can even capture vertebrates (animals with spines) thanks more »

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Are Basket Stars, Sea Stars?

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Hariana Chilstrom, Interpretation Supervisor

The basket star, Gorgonocephalus eucnemis, is basically a fancy brittle star. After attaching to a rock or other firm substrate, an adult basket star will spread its five intricately branched arms into the water to catch tiny zooplankton (crustaceans, arrow more »

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