Featherstar on gorgonian coral
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Featherstar on gorgonian coral
Featherstar on gorgonian coral. The featherstar is a marine invertebrate. It is an ancient and primitive echinoderm, a member of the group of invertebrates that includes the starfish. It uses its feathery and fragile arms to catch and convey microscopic plankton and detritus to its mouth at the base of its arms. Unlike the closely-related sea lily, a featherstar is a free-swimming animal. Photographed at Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
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Coral Crinoid Crinoidea Crinoids Echinoderm Echinodermata Echinoderms Gorgonian Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Misool Raja Ampat West Papua
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of a Featherstar delicately perched on a vibrant gorgonian coral. As a marine invertebrate, the Featherstar belongs to an ancient and primitive group called echinoderms, which also includes starfish. Its feathery and fragile arms serve as remarkable tools to capture microscopic plankton and detritus, skillfully conveying them towards its mouth located at the base of these arms. Unlike its close relative, the sea lily, this particular featherstar is not anchored to any surface but instead gracefully navigates through the ocean waters. The photograph was taken in Misool, Raja Ampat, West Papua - an Indonesian paradise renowned for its rich biodiversity both above and below water. The image beautifully captures the intricate details of this fascinating creature against a backdrop of colorful coral formations. It serves as a testament to nature's incredible diversity and reminds us of the wonders that lie beneath our oceans' surfaces. With its scientific significance in zoology and marine biology, this photograph from Science Photo Library offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate the delicate balance within underwater ecosystems while highlighting Indonesia's unique contribution to global fauna.
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