Astroboa clavata, basketstar

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Astroboa clavata, basketstar

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Arthropod Arthropoda Asteroidea Asterozoa Brittle Star Brittlestar Crustacea Crustacean Echinoderm Echinodermata Ophiuroid Ophiuroidea Preserved Sea Star Specimen Spirit Spirit Jar Starfish Basket Star Invertebrata

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This print showcases the intricate beauty of Astroboa clavata, also known as the basket star or echinoderm basket star. Belonging to the class Asterozoa, order Gorgonocephalidae, and family Phrynophiuridae, this invertebrate is a unique member of the echinodermata family, which includes sea stars, brittle stars, and other fascinating marine creatures. The basket star, with its distinctive star-shaped body, is covered in numerous short, brittle arms, each tipped with a small, cup-shaped structure called an ambulacral groove. These structures allow the basket star to filter feed on plankton and other microscopic organisms, making it an essential part of the marine ecosystem. Preserved in this glass jar, the basket star appears as if suspended in time, its ethereal form seemingly untouched by the passage of days. The delicate, translucent arms seem to shimmer in the light, creating an otherworldly effect that speaks to the spirit of the ocean's depths. Despite its delicate appearance, the basket star is a resilient creature, capable of regenerating lost arms and surviving in various environmental conditions. Its ability to adapt and thrive in diverse habitats, from shallow waters to the deep sea, is a testament to its remarkable resilience and tenacity. As you gaze upon this print, take a moment to appreciate the intricacies of nature and the wonders that lie hidden beneath the waves. The basket star, with its graceful form and mysterious allure, serves as a reminder of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.

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