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Smooth sunstars (Solaster endeca) usually have 9-10 arms; if lost, an arm can be regenerated (as is seen here). These stars come in a variety of colors including reddish, pink, yellow, violet-red, and purple. (photo: Dann Blackwood and Page Valentine, USGS)

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