Blue Bat Star

The blue bat star, named for its resemblance to stars scattered across the sky, is a palm-sized starfish covered in fine, soft hairs. Its unique digestive process allows it to sustain itself for months on a single meal, making it a rare catch for fishers. Among starfish species, it is noted for its delicate flavor, although it is not commonly cooked and eaten whole. Instead, the blue bat star is often dried and processed for use in women's jewelry or extracted for its fragrance to create perfumes.