Guide to Mono Lake

The Pisaster ochraceus, generally known as the Purple Sea Star or Ochre Sea Star, is a common sea star found among the waters of the Pacific Ocean. This sea star has five rays that range in length from 10 to 25 cm. While most individuals are purple, colour variations include ochre, pink, and brown. They typically live in the intertidal like other pisasters, and are easily found during low tide clinging to rocks singly and in large... less ↑