Communication and Perception
<p><span class="taxon"><em>Acanthaster planci</em></span> are insensitive to touch and gravity, as they lack statocysts. They are able to sense predators as well as prey through waterborn chemicals.</p> <p><strong>Communication Channels: </strong>chemical</p><p><strong>Perception Channels: </strong>chemical</p>
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Author: Nicole Kosarek, Southwestern University
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Kosarek, N. 2000. "Acanthaster planci" (On-line), Animal Diversity Web. Accessed August 20, 2011 at http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/accounts/information/Acanthaster_planci.html.
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