Sea Star

Filter feeders obtain nutrients by straining suspended food particles and small organisms from water.

This trait signifies organisms belonging to a very old evolutionary group with ancestors dating back millions of years.

Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.

This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.

Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.

Regenerative organisms possess the ability to regrow lost or damaged body parts, tissues, or organs.

Marine habitats encompass all saltwater environments of the Earth's oceans, supporting an immense diversity of aquatic life.

Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.