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STARFISH
Common Name: OphiuroidClassification: Asteroidea Habitats: Intertidal zone down to the bottom ofThe deep sea, but they are mainly found in shallow Marine environments.Methods of Obtaining energy:Predators: Prey: Clams, mussels, oysters, arthropods, sea urchins, and Even small fish. Methods of Reproduction: Male or Female Fertilization is externalAnd occurs when the sea stars release enormous numbers of sperm and eggsInto the ocean.Unique Capabilities: Starfish have two separate stomachs, the Cardiac stomach and the pyloric stomach. The cardiac stomach can be pushed out the body through the mouth and digest the food.Starfish are also thought to use their feet to pass small particles of food along to their mouth and get nutrients