Hand holding a large sea star (starfish)
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Sea stars are echinoderms, which means ‘spiny skin’. Most sea stars have rows of spines (or tiny spines called spicules) on their topside for protection from predators. Some sea stars also have shorter spines underneath, alongside their tube feet.

Acknowledgement: The University of Waikato Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato

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