Feather Star
(Florometra serratissima)

image of a Feather Star

Image ID: 109-01

Comments : The Saskatchewan is a 360 foot Canadian destroyer that was sunk intentionally in the mid 90s to serve as an artificial reef for divers and fish. A number of large anemones and Feather Stars make the ship their home. I have seen more Feather Stars here than at any other dive location.
Common name : Feather Star
Scientific Name : Florometra serratissima
Location Found : HMS Saskatchewan, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Actual Size : 18 inches
Camera Used : Sea & Sea MMII EX 35mm lens
Natural History :