Comments : A fairly common star in Puget Sound, these thick-bodied stars
are often seen preying on anemones. This star earned it's name because
it's skin feels like wet leather.
Common name : Leather Star
Scientific Name : Dermasterias imbricata
Location Found : Three Tree Point, Central Puget Sound
Actual Size : 10 inches
Camera Used : Sea & Sea MMII EX w/1->3T macro
Natural History :