Because they are sometimes found washed up o beaches along with seashells, some people tend to mentally lump sand dollars and starfish in the category of seashells. However, both are actually marine invertebrates. In the ocean they are living creatures. They do not have an outer 'shell' that we think of as an seashells that we may find on the beach. On this page, along with starfish and sand dollar themed knobs, you'll also find a couple of interesting videos showing living sand dollars and starfish.
Starfish Knobs
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Starfish Are Also Called Sea Stars
Starfish, also called Sea Stars, live on the sea bed.
There are over 1.600 different species of star fish. Most of us think of starfish as having five "Arms," hence the name 'starfish.' However, there are some species that have six or more appendages. Some starfish have as many as 15 arms! Many species can re-grow, or regenerate, a lost arm, but this regrowth takes a very long time. It can take months, or perhaps even years, depending on the type of starfish. |
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Many Armed Pink Starfish - Eating Sea Urchins
As you know, not all starfish have just five arms. Some have over fifteen. And not all starfish are orange or brown. They are found in a number of other colors, including red and purple.
In this video, a pinkish colored starfish with more than fifteen arms is having lunch.
As it happens, sea urchins are on the menu today.
In this video, a pinkish colored starfish with more than fifteen arms is having lunch.
As it happens, sea urchins are on the menu today.
The cabinet knobs and pulls found on these two pages are ideal for a nautical or coastal theme, both of which are very popular for bathroom decor. If you want to see more seashell ideas, you might be interested in Coastal Decor: Seashell Bathroom Accessories.
Sand Dollar Cabinet Knobs
Sand Dollars to Incorporate into Your Decor
Like Starfish, Sand Dollars are living organism. And both are frequently used as motifs in art and decoration.
Little items, including knobs with either or both on them are naturally suited for either a nautical decor or a coastal decor. Make a real statement by combining the pulls with coordinating wall art or even decorator switch plates. |
Octopus in Sand Dollar Village Video
Observe the disc shaped objects sticking out of the sand as the octopus swims merrily along. Those are Sand Dollars!
Sand dollars do tend to congregate in areas of the ocean where the sand on the bottom is soft so that they can burrow or bury themselves. The term sand dollar village refers to such a gathering of sand dollars.
These are sticking up out of the sand "on end," but they are also (I think more frequently) seen lying flat on the sand. When one has dug itself in, you may only be able to detect a shape under the sand.
Tread carefully in the water's edge in coastal areas where sand dollars tend to be, lest you smash a living thing!
Sand dollars do tend to congregate in areas of the ocean where the sand on the bottom is soft so that they can burrow or bury themselves. The term sand dollar village refers to such a gathering of sand dollars.
These are sticking up out of the sand "on end," but they are also (I think more frequently) seen lying flat on the sand. When one has dug itself in, you may only be able to detect a shape under the sand.
Tread carefully in the water's edge in coastal areas where sand dollars tend to be, lest you smash a living thing!
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