PHUKET, Thailand – Large numbers of starfish were found washed ashore and apparently dead along Karon Beach in Phuket on the morning of November 11, raising questions among locals and social media users about what caused the unusual incident.
The starfish, which had long bodies and arms with distinctive dark and pale markings, were scattered across the sand along the beach. Photographs shared on Facebook quickly attracted attention, with users questioning why so many had been washed ashore.
By midday, as the tide rose and waves reached the shore, the starfish stranded on the beach were swept back into the sea. The post prompted a range of online reactions. Some users wondered whether something unusual was happening underwater, while others suggested that strong waves may have carried the starfish onto the beach. However, no official explanation has yet been provided for the mass stranding or the reported deaths of the starfish.
