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Epidermis

body covering on sea star

Oral Surface

The under side of the sea star. Composed of Mouth and Tube feet (podia).

Aboral Surface

Exposed surface of sea star. Eyespots, Madreporite, Dermal Branchiae, Pedicellariae.

Madreporite

Hole that filters water into water vascular system

Dermal Branchiae

small bladders used for gas exchange

Pedicellariae

Pinchers on starfish surface

Digestive System

Pyloric Ceca, Pyloric Stomach, Cardiac Stomach.

Pyloric Ceca

digestive glands in the arms

Pyloric Stomach

Stomach on aboral side

Cardiac Stomach

Everted stomach during feeding

Reproductive System

Gonads