"Starlight" captures a striking sea star resting on a kelp forest reef wall in False Bay, Cape Town, backlit by the sun to highlight the intricate textures and vibrant colors of the marine environment. This image beautifully displays the rich benthic diversity of these reef walls. Sandwiched between the Agulhas Current and the Benguela upwelling system, False Bay's unique position creates a dynamic environment where warm and cold waters merge, fostering an exceptionally diverse ecosystem. The photograph showcases how this convergence supports a wide range of marine life, emphasizing the role of kelp forests in sustaining biodiversity along South Africa’s coastline.