Researchers have discovered a new species of sea star (also known as starfish). The discovery came about thanks to collaborative work among researchers, fishers, and aquarium and museum staff. The ...

Discover the fascinating biology of starfish, their vital ecological role, and the threats they face from human activity.

Sunflower sea stars, the largest of sea stars, were formerly common in tide pools in Oregon. However, this species has suffered from sea star wasting syndrome for over a decade, which has resulted in ...

Deep on the sea floor around the Solomon Islands, a “pentagonal” creature buries itself in the muddy bottom. Vicki Garside via Unsplash Sitting in the National Museum of Natural History in Paris, ...