Starfish express pentamerism, that is, pentaradial symmetry. Most starfish have five rays or arms that radiate from a central disk, although several species frequently have six or more arms. At the end of each arm or ray, there is a microscopic eye, known as ocellus that helps the starfish to differentiate between light and [...]
Posts tagged ‘Ocean’
Starfish External Anatomy
May 1st, 2010
Deep Sea Anglerfish Facts
May 1st, 2010
Physical Appearance
Deep sea anglerfish has a ferocious look, though it’s not too big in size. This ugly fish has earned the name of ‘common black devil’ due to its unsightly appearance. What gives the fish its terrible look is its large mouth with the sharp, fang like teeth. The teeth of anglerfish can [...]
Clownfish And Sea Anemone
October 25th, 2009
In the present times, clownfish is one of the most popular fishes of the seas, thanks to its portrayal in the motion picture Finding Nemo. Even before the movie was made, the clownfish impressed every man who saw it. With its bright colors that are contrasted with the white vertical streaks, these fishes are [...]