Physical Description
The Short Spined Sea Star boasts an arm radius that can extend up to 32 cm, characterized by a pink hue adorned with small, short white spines. It is recognized as the largest species within the Pisaster genus.
Habitat
Commonly found on sandy or muddy substrates, although occasionally sighted on rocky surfaces.
Geographical Range
From Sitka, Alaska, down to San Diego, California, the Short Spined Sea Star inhabits a vast stretch of the eastern Pacific coast.
Diet
This species preys on a diverse array of marine organisms, including various bivalves, burrowing snails like Callianax, and sand dollars such as Dendraster.
