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Horned sea star / Chocolate chip sea star (Protoreaster nodosus) on the rocky seabed, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Pacific Ocean
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Horned sea star / Chocolate chip sea star (Protoreaster nodosus) on the rocky seabed, Isabela Island, Galapagos Islands, Pacific Ocean
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Animal Markings Asteroidea Beautiful Black Echinoderm Echinodermata Galapagos Galapagos Islands Galapagos National Park Invertebrate Invertebrates Isabela Island Orestieridae Pacific Ocean Pattern Sea Star Seabed Seaweed South America Spotted Star Fish Starfish Unesco World Heritage Site Valvatida Yellow Biodiversity Hotspot Protoreaster Nodosus Saltwater
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Rockin' it on the Seabed - The Fashionable Horned Sea Star Takes Center Stage!
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. In this stunning underwater snapshot captured by Lucas Bustamante, we witness the fabulousness of a Horned sea star or Chocolate chip sea star (Protoreaster nodosus) strutting its stuff on the rocky seabed of Isabela Island in the Galapagos Islands. With its striking black and yellow pattern and adorable spots, this marine fashionista knows how to make a statement! This charismatic echinoderm showcases its unique style amidst a backdrop of vibrant seaweed, creating an enchanting scene that is truly mesmerizing. Its presence adds to the incredible biodiversity hotspot found in these Pacific Ocean waters. As one of nature's most captivating creatures, this horned beauty effortlessly blends into its surroundings while stealing our hearts with those intricate animal markings. It serves as a reminder of the awe-inspiring wonders that lie beneath the surface. Isabela Island, part of the Galapagos National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site, provides an ideal home for such extraordinary marine life. And thanks to talented photographers like Lucas Bustamante and platforms like Nature Picture Library, we get to admire these remarkable beings from afar. So let's celebrate this charming sea star's impeccable sense of style as it continues to grace us with its presence in Latin America's natural treasure trove - The Galapagos Islands!
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