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Astrophyton

Astrophyton

9.9
A sea animal like a starfish with many branched arms
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The Astrophyton uses its branched arms to catch plankton in the ocean currents.

Examples

  • Marine biologists discovered a new species within the Astrophyton genus off the Caribbean coast.

  • Did you know that Astrophyton can regenerate its arms?

  • At the aquarium, visitors were fascinated by the delicate structure of the Astrophyton.

  • The Astrophyton species are fascinating marine creatures.

  • The Astrophyton is known for its unique ability to capture food using its many-branched arms.

  • While snorkeling, we spotted a vibrant Astrophyton gracefully moving with the ocean currents.

  • Researchers are studying the Astrophyton to learn more about its feeding habits and habitat.

Compounds

Astrophyton muricatum
  • Specialized
9.9

A large sea star with many long, branched arms living on tropical western Atlantic reefs

Surface Forms

Astrophyton singular
Astrophytons plural

Etymology

Astrophyton comes from Greek parts astro- 'star' and -phyton 'plant', a picture of a 'star-plant'. That's why the name fits a basket star: its many-branched arms spread like a star or plant and help it catch plankton in the water.