Brittle star and collapsed sea pen
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Brittle star and collapsed sea pen
Brittlestar (Ophiothrix sp. red) on a collapsed sea pen (Pteroeides sp. orange) in which a few porcelain crabs are hiding and a small fish is resting. Sea pens are a type of octocoral. The brittle star is a marine invertebrate that is related to starfish. It has five flexible arms radiating from a central disc-shaped body, which means that unlike starfish it can use its arms to walk on the sea floor. Its mouth is underneath its body. Some brittle stars scavenge on debris on the sea floor, while others use their arms to filter food from the water. Photographed off Rinca, Indonesia
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Asterozoa Brittle Star Coral Crab Crabs Echinoderm Echinodermata Echinoderms Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Octocoral Ophiuroid Ophiuroidea Ophiuroids Rinca Sea Pen Ophiothrix
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the mesmerizing beauty of marine life in its natural habitat. The image captures a vibrant scene beneath the ocean's surface, where a brittle star and collapsed sea pen take center stage. The brittle star, belonging to the same family as starfish, displays its unique anatomy with five flexible arms radiating from a disc-shaped body. Unlike its relatives, this remarkable creature can utilize its arms to gracefully walk across the sandy sea floor. The collapsed sea pen, an octocoral species resembling a delicate feather-like structure, provides an enchanting backdrop for this underwater tableau. Within this intricate ecosystem, several porcelain crabs find refuge among the folds of the sea pen while a small fish rests nearby. Photographed off Rinca Island in Indonesia's vast waters, this snapshot offers us a glimpse into the rich biodiversity that thrives within these depths. It serves as a reminder of nature's awe-inspiring wonders and highlights our responsibility to protect and preserve these fragile ecosystems. Immerse yourself in the world beneath the waves through this stunning photograph - an ode to Indonesian marine life and all its fascinating inhabitants: from echinoderms like brittle stars to crustaceans like crabs; from colorful coral formations to graceful sea pens swaying gently with each passing current. Let your imagination dive deep into this visual symphony of life under water.
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