Starfish (Sea Star) Profile, Facts, Information, Photos

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Starfish (Sea Star) Profile, Facts, Information, Photos
Photograph by David Doubilet
NationalGeographic.com

Fast Facts
Type: Invertebrate
Diet: Carnivore
Average lifespan in the wild: Up to 35 years
Size: 4.7 to 9.4 in (12 to 24 cm)
Weight: Up to 11 lbs (5 kg)
Did you know? Sea stars have no brains and no blood. Their nervous system is spread through their arms and their “blood” is actually filtered sea water.

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