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crown-of-thorns sea star Crown of thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci).
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crown-of-thorns starfish: References & Edit History

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Deleted Web site: Controlling crown-of-thorns starfish. May 28, 2013
Article revised and updated. Oct 23, 2008
Added new Web site: ReefED - Crown of Thorns. Oct 10, 2007
Added new Web site: Unique Australian Animals - Crown of Thorns Seastars. Oct 10, 2007
Added new Web site: Diving Cairns - Crown Of Thorns Sea-Stars. Oct 10, 2007
Added new Web site: Lizard Island Research Station - Crown-of-Thorns Starfish. Oct 10, 2007
Article added to new online database. Jul 20, 1998
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