Sea stars, often called starfish, aren’t as simple as they look. One of the most fascinating and lesser-known facts about these marine creatures is that sea stars have eyes at the tips of their arms. These tiny but powerful sensory organs help them detect light, avoid predators, and locate food sources across the seafloor. In this deep dive, we’ll explore how sea stars use their arm-tip eyes, the evolution behind this remarkable adaptation, and what it means for their daily survival and behavior. From unique vision strategies to real-life observations, let’s uncover the silent wonders of starfish vision.