Septastraea forbesi, coral
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Septastraea forbesi, coral
This Pliocene coral from Maryland, USA is 10 cm long and is a fragment of a much larger colony
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Anthozoa Anthozoan Cenozoic Cnidaria Cnidarian Coelenterata Coelenterate Colony Coral Fortey Fossils The Key To The Past Fragment Maryland Phanerozoic Pliocene Polyp Prehistoric Richard Fortey Tertiary Tertiary Period Invertebrata
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Septastraea forbesi: A Glimpse into the Pliocene Epoch through the Lens of a Fragmented Coral Colony This image showcases a fragment of Septastraea forbesi, a stunning coral species that once thrived during the Pliocene epoch in the waters off the coast of Maryland, USA. Measuring just 10 cm in length, this intriguing piece offers a glimpse into the rich marine ecosystems that existed during the Tertiary period, a critical time in Earth's history. Septastraea forbesi is an anthozoan coral, a type of cnidarian invertebrate, characterized by its polyp structure and coelenterate features. The coral's intricate, branching form is a testament to its resilience and adaptability, having survived the tumultuous geological conditions of the late Tertiary period. The discovery of this fragmented colony, along with countless other fossils, serves as a vital key to the past, allowing scientists to piece together the intricate puzzle of Earth's biosphere during the Phanerozoic Conon, an era marked by the presence of abundant fossilized organisms. Richard Fortey, a renowned British paleontologist, and author, once remarked, "Fossils are the key to the past. They are the record of life's history, written in stone." This sentiment holds true for this exquisite fragment of Septastraea forbesi, which offers a tantalizing glimpse into the prehistoric world that once was.
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