Asteroidea Species Starfish with Documentation

Bring unique deep-sea texture to your project or collection with this fascinating flat starfish from the Bohol Sea. Harvested from depths of 100–150 meters off Siquijor Island, this rare and highly textured echinoderm features an unusually flat profile and thick arm ridges—perfect for coastal-themed crafting or display.

Scientific Name: Asteroidea sp.
Collection Location: Siquijor Island, Bohol Sea, Philippine Islands
Date Collected: February 8–26, 2022
Collection Method: Tangle nets, 100–150m depth

Dimensions:

• Length: 140mm (5.5")

Attributes:

• Very flat-bodied starfish
• Five thick arms with ridge definition
• Pale, textured surface
• Naturally dried
• Deep water species, rarely found

All of our items are real & unique. The majority that we sell are intended for crafting purposes & are not specimens (unless otherwise specified); meaning that most will show evidence of their lives in calcium build up, growth marks, chipped tips or apertures, etc. WE DO NOT SELL “PERFECT” items- These are natural, beautiful, & imperfect.