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Fenestrellina plebeia, net bryozoan
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Fenestrellina plebeia, net bryozoan
A net bryozoan (colonial organisms) from the Carboniferous of North of Wales. In this specimen, the colony measures 6 cms across
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This fascinating photograph showcases a beautiful and intricately detailed specimen of Fenestrellina plebeia, a net bryozoan from the Carboniferous period of North Wales. Bryozoans, also known as moss animals, are colonial organisms belonging to the phylum Bryozoa, characterized by their calcareous or siliceous tests, which provide a protective structure for the individual zooids that make up the colony. Fenestrellina plebeia, a member of the Anthozoa class within the Cnidaria phylum, is distinguished by its fan-shaped colonies that can measure up to 6 cms across. The net-like structure of the colony is formed by the interconnected zooids, which are connected by a network of filaments. Each zooid is responsible for filter-feeding, using their cnidocysts to capture planktonic organisms from the water. This prehistoric creature lived during the Paleozoic era, specifically during the Carboniferous period, around 350 million years ago. The discovery of such well-preserved fossils, like this one, provides valuable insights into the marine ecosystems of the past and sheds light on the evolutionary history of the animal kingdom. The Fenestrellina plebeia is a testament to the rich biodiversity of the ancient oceans and the intricate beauty of the natural world. Its delicate and complex structure is a reminder of the wonders that lie hidden in the pages of Earth's history, waiting to be discovered and appreciated. This photograph, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Prints Online, serves as a window into the past, offering a glimpse into the lives of these ancient organisms and the world they inhabited.
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