Basket Stars Collection

Brittle star (Ophiuroidea sp) Saltstraumen, Bod, Norway, October 2008

Gorgons Head, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001206 Gorgons Head, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Gorgons Head, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001340 Gorgons Head, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

A group of Blue Marlin with two Siamese Tigerfish anda basket star
A group of Blue Marlin swimming with two Siamese Tigerfish and a basket star on the ocean floor

Brittle Star on sponge, Belize

Small Basket Starfish hiding in a sponge, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

A pack of Blue Marlin swimming with two Siamese Tigerfish
A Basket Star slithers across the sand as two Siamese Tigerfish and a pack of Blue Marlin swim by

Close-up view of basket stars feeding at night
Basket stars feeding at night, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Basket Star feeding at night, Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands

Bumblebee shrimp hiding on a basket star, Manokwari, West Papua, Indonesia

Detail on a giant basket star (Astroboa nuda) on a reef in Komodo National Park, Indonesia. This beautiful area harbors extraordinary marine biodiversity and is a popular destination for divers

Basket Star Shrimp (Periclimenes lanipes) adult, resting on basketstar at night, Alor Island, Alor Archipelago, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia, November

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"Basket Stars: Nature's Intricate Masterpieces Unveiled" In the depths of Saltstraumen, Bod, Norway, back in October 2008, a mesmerizing sight unfolded. A Brittle star gracefully danced through the currents like a Gorgons Head lithograph from 1863-79. Its delicate arms moved with such elegance that it resembled an ethereal creature brought to life. Meanwhile, in Belize, a Small Basket Starfish sought refuge within the cozy embrace of a sponge. It hid away from prying eyes as if playing a game of hide-and-seek with nature itself. Nearby, a Bumblebee shrimp found solace on another basket star's intricate body - an unexpected friendship formed amidst this underwater wonderland. The Blue Marlin swam alongside two Siamese Tigerfishes and yet another basket star. They traveled together as if part of an exclusive club roaming the vast oceanic expanse. Their presence was captivating; their unity showcased the beauty and diversity that thrives beneath the surface. As night fell upon Bonaire in Caribbean Netherlands, basket stars came alive with fervor. In close-up views, we witnessed their feeding frenzy unfold before our very eyes - tentacles reaching out like celestial fireworks against the darkened backdrop. These giant basket stars revealed themselves in all their glory when observed up close; every detail meticulously crafted by Mother Nature herself became apparent. Each arm intricately adorned with tiny appendages that served both purpose and beauty simultaneously. From Norway to Belize and beyond, these enigmatic creatures continue to captivate us with their mysterious allure. The world beneath our oceans holds countless treasures waiting to be discovered - each one more extraordinary than the last. So let us marvel at these magnificent beings known as "basket stars, " for they are living masterpieces that remind us of nature's boundless creativity and endless wonders just below the surface.