Starry Sight

Photograph by Peet J van Eeden , National Geographic Your Shot

Close-up of a sea star at Pomene Estuary, Mozambique

Looking at this underwater gem, I feel as if I could as easily be looking at the surface of a volcanic landscape. The texture and color are amazing. Alexa Keefe, Photo of the Day editor

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