While we may typically think of sea stars as hanging out, stationary on the seafloor, this little explorer was caught showing off its moves in the Mariana Trench Marine National Monument. Using hundreds of tiny tube feet, it’s cruising along the ocean floor like it’s got somewhere important to be – Friday, maybe? This video was captured during the 2016 Deepwater Exploration of the Marianas expedition. Exploring the deep ocean always reminds us that even the seemingly most uncomplicated creatures

Another beautiful low tide rock covered in anemones, mussels and sea stars. Did you know those sea stars actually pry open the mussels and eat the inside? #whatcannaturedoforyou #tillamookcoast #oregoncoast #seastar #starfish #beachlife #beachvibes | Visit Tillamook Coast