Pentaceraster cumingi, sometimes known as the Panamic cushion star, Cortez starfish or knobby star (a name also used for other species), is a species of starfish in the family Oreasteridae. It is found in warmer parts of the East Pacific (Gulf of California to northwest Peru, including offshore islands like the Galápagos) and in Hawaii.[1] In Panama this species has been … [Read more...] about Pentaceraster cumingi
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Cystisoma
Cystisoma is a genus of amphipod. It is the only member of the family Cystisomatidae within the Hyperiidea.[1][2][3][4][5] The genus is noted for its nearly completely transparent body, adapted for life in low light waters. Description Gallery Cystisoma are characterized by unpigmented, transparent bodies which render them essentially invisible in water … [Read more...] about Cystisoma
Nature’s furious smile: Kilauea volcano in Hawaii forms mysterious smiley face in molten lava
If you are looking for a breathtaking experience of nature’s fury, volcanic eruptions can be an awe-inspiring sight. But what if the volcano was sporting a beaming smile while spewing fiery lava? That’s exactly what happened at the Kilauea volcano in Hawaii, where a mysterious smiley face appeared during an eruption. The Kilauea volcano is one of the most active volcanoes … [Read more...] about Nature’s furious smile: Kilauea volcano in Hawaii forms mysterious smiley face in molten lava