Cushion Starfish
Alternative names: Culcita novaeguineae, cushion star
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This species of starfish has short arms and an inflated appearance that resembles a pincushion, hence the name. It varies in color and can be seen in the waters of the Indo-Pacific. The cushion star feeds on small invertebrates and detritus. Several organism live on or in it.