Australia is among countries with whom Thailand has enjoyed a strong relationship covering various dimensions for over 72 years, since they established a diplomatic relationship on December 19, 1952.

Upon first glance, the crown-of-thorns starfish looks a lot like an enemy creature you'd find in a nature-based video game. Long spikes cover its body, which can reach 2 1/2 feet in diameter. It's somewhat reminiscent of a land mine, if a land mine had 14 to 21 movable arms.