Common Starfish
Asterias rubens
Sighting evidence at Jørpeland Wall, Trondheim Fjord
Common starfish are among the most abundant predators on the Jørpeland wall, preying on mussel beds and barnacle patches in the upper zone before descending to hunt sea urchins and bivalves at depth. Their vivid orange coloration creates strong contrast against the white anemone carpet and dark granite. Aggregations of hundreds can form in spring during spawning events, producing one of Norway's most striking mass-marine-life spectacles.
Evidence at this site
No confirmed records on file at this site
Common Starfish is listed as a curated species here based on historical reports.