#2 (shlf) This is a beautiful Starfish wet specimen displayed in a specimen jar! This guy is beautiful! Please see pictures for size. Jar is approx. 4 1/4 x 2".
Species and fun facts:
The common starfish,common sea star or sugar starfish (Asterias rubens) is the most common and familiar starfish in the north-east Atlantic. Belonging to the family Asteriidae, it has five arms and usually grows to between 10–30 cm across, although larger specimens (up to 52 cm across) are known. The common starfish is usually orange or brown, and sometimes violet; deep-water specimens are pale. The common starfish is to be found on rocky and gravelly substrates where it feeds on molluscs and other benthic invertebrates.
Please note: Due to Usps shipping regulations the specimen will be in a bag with a small amount of alcohol on paper to keep him wet in shipping. You can refill the specimen jar with 70% isopropyl alcohol which can be purchased at any grocery or drug store for approx $2. at a Family Dollar or Dollar General Store.
If you purchase a second item with your order and send us a message with the order that says "free gift", We will include a free gift with your order. All orders have to be for two different items or more to qualify. Our way of saying Thank you for taking the time to look!
All displays will be carefully packed to the best of our ability to insure a safe and damage free arrival. If free First class shipping is offered and chosen it does not include insurance. If you want your item insured in case of damage in shipping please choose Priority Mail, that includes $100. worth of insurance.
No returns accepted on wet specimens.
* These are not for Human or Animal consumption, product is not alive or edible Use gloves and mask when handling specimens. ISOPROPYL AND FORMALIN IN THE PRODUCT IS FLAMMABLE! KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT AND OPEN FLAME.*
This item has been professionally preserved for display. Wear gloves and mask when handling wet specimens*
