Last week as I was strolling down the beach I noticed a starfish that had just washed up. Although this creature, a Royal Starfish, probably named for its bright purple color, is often cast on the shore in great numbers after storms and hurricanes, it is not so common normally.
The scientific name of the Royal Starfish is Astropecten articulatus. It's margin is orange, giving this starfish a striking appearance.
If you find one of these count yourself lucky, but be prepared for the color to fade as it dries out. Another "treasure from the sea."
Our latest Ocracoke Newsletter is the story of our island Post Office. You can read it here: http://www.villagecraftsmen.com/news042113.htm.