Order

Common name: Spinulosida

Scientific name: Spinulosida

Spinulosida is an order of sea stars characterized by their numerous small spines on the aboral surface. They are found in a variety of marine environments and can be an interesting addition to a reef aquarium due to their scavenging habits. Members of this order often feed on detritus and algae, helping to keep the tank clean. They are generally hardy but should be introduced to well-established aquariums with stable water conditions. It's important to ensure that their dietary needs are met and that they are compatible with other tank inhabitants.

  1. Starfish, Echinaster callosus, Gili Lawat Indonesia
    Common name: Warty sea star
    Scientific name: Echinaster callosus
  2. Luzon Sea Star (Echinaster luzonicus)
    Common name: Luzon Sea Star
    Scientific name: Echinaster luzonicus
  3. Estrella de mar. Echinaster sepositus.
    Common name: Red starfish
    Scientific name: Echinaster sepositus
  4. Blood Star (Henricia leviuscula) photographed scuba diving in southern British Columbia
    Common name: Pacific blood star
    Scientific name: Henricia leviuscula
  5. Blood Sea Star underwater in the St. Lawrence Estuary
    Common name: Bloody Henry starfish
    Scientific name: Henricia oculata