Rosy feather star
Another member of the echinoderm phylum, feather stars share some characteristics with true starfish, but also have their very own intriguing adaptations and behaviours, which make them a…
Another member of the echinoderm phylum, feather stars share some characteristics with true starfish, but also have their very own intriguing adaptations and behaviours, which make them a…
Brittle stars, sea urchins and other starfish will want to stay out of the way of this speedy carnivorous starfish!
Our largest starfish, the spiny starfish can reach an impressive diameter of 70cm!
A most familiar seashore inhabitant, the common starfish truly lives up to its name in UK seas and rockpools!
The bloody henry starfish is normally a bright purply-red colour and is found all around the UK.
Donal Griffin, marine conservation officer for The Wildlife Trusts, shares the experiences that inspired his love for the sea.
Join our volunteer Marine Champions as they lead our monthly survey days; learn about marine wildlife on the Cumbrian coast, gather data to help protect it, and gain experience in wildlife and…
This small, round sea urchin is (unsurprisingly!) green in colour and can be found on rocky shores around the UK.
This large round urchin is sometimes found in rockpools, recognisable by its pink spiky shell (known as a test).
Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre visitor centre