This Sea Star is quite rare at scuba depths adjacent to ledges and walls. It attains 20 inches in width and is endemic to Hawaii. The Fisher's Star is closely related to Mithrodia bradleyi of the Tropical Eastern Pacific.
Keoki Stender's Fisher's Star (Mithrodia fisheri)
By Stan & Debbie Hauter, About.com Guide
Fisher's Star (Mithrodia fisheri)
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