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mouths that they can open them wide and swallow many creatures. They
have series of thin hairs on their bodies, which they use to propel themselves
forward in the water.
Luminescent creatures have some other extraordinary traits. For example,
some red species shine when they are struck, and can leave glitteringly illu-
minated particles in the water. This is a way to confuse, and thus to escape
from, their enemies.
Creatures like starfish, sea urchins and feather stars are “spiny”: Many of
these creatures are covered with spines, which are used as a means of de-
fense. They live on seashores, in coral reefs and on the seabed. These crea-
tures also produce their own light to protect themselves against their ene-
mies. Having luminous arms or spines, they can also produce clouds of light
in the water when they are attacked.
W O N D E R F U L C R E A T U R E S
Everyone in the heavens and earth belongs to Him. All are
submissive to Him. It is He Who originated creation and
then regenerates it. That is very easy for Him. His is the
most exalted designation in the heavens and the earth. He
is the Almighty, the All-Wise. (Surat ar-Rum: 26-27)
