How A Starfish Actually Walks

Watch as starfish reveal their surprisingly graceful method of movement in this close-up video. Using hundreds of tiny tube feet located on the underside of their arms, starfish glide slowly and deliberately across the ocean floor. These suction-cup-like appendages coordinate in waves, allowing the starfish to "walk" with a fluid, almost alien motion. It's a fascinating glimpse into the hidden mechanics of one of the sea's most iconic creatures.

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