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Purple Sea Star The purple sea star is a common Pacific starfish that specializes in inter tidal zones. It is a keystone species, meaning that it is a good indicator of disturbance in its ecosystem. This specimen was captured at second beach, La Push, Washington at low tide. Geotagged,Pisaster ochraceus,Purple sea star,United States,Washington Click/tap to enlarge PromotedSpecies introCountry intro

Purple Sea Star

The purple sea star is a common Pacific starfish that specializes in inter tidal zones. It is a keystone species, meaning that it is a good indicator of disturbance in its ecosystem. This specimen was captured at second beach, La Push, Washington at low tide.

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    It's looking quite decorative. Beautiful post, promoted. Posted 11 years ago
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    Wow, Travis, it looks so isolated on that sandy floor. Great shot! Posted 11 years ago
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    Superb shot Travis, Looks like jewels on the creature. Posted 11 years ago
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    Superb shot Travis, Looks like jewels on the creature. Posted 11 years ago
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    Thanks, all! :) Posted 11 years ago

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The Pisaster ochraceus

''Pisaster ochraceus'', generally known as the purple sea star, ochre sea star, or ochre starfish, is a common starfish found among the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Identified as a keystone species, ''P. ochraceus'' is considered an important indicator for the health of the intertidal zone.

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Uploaded Jan 7, 2014. Captured Jul 30, 2011 05:36 in La Push Road, La Push, WA 98350, USA.
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  • Canon PowerShot SD780 IS
  • f/9.0
  • 1/15s
  • ISO125
  • 5.9mm
Captured in the summer. More summer photos.