👉 Hypselosyrphus, also known as the starfish, is a marine gastropod mollusk that belongs to the family Syrphidae. It has an elongated body shape and can grow up to 12 inches long. The body is covered in soft, waxy scales that protect it from predators and allow for movement through water. Hystersis refers to its ability to form a star-like structure on its head or body.
