Holothuria sea cucumber, light micrograph
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Holothuria sea cucumber, light micrograph
Holothuria tubulosa sea cucumber, polarised light micrograph. This is a young specimen. The body has several tube feet, each with a terminal circle of short branches (shield-shaped). The tube feet are retractable. The dark shapes are the guts. The gut starts with the oesophagus enclosed by a calcareous ring, followed by a short stomach and then succeeded by the intestine leading to the cloaca (anus). This sea cucumber grows to 20 centimetres in length. It is found on the coasts of the English Channel. Magnification: x36 when printed at 10 centimetres across
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Anus Digestive System Echinodermata Histological Histology Intestinal Intestine Intestines Oesophagus Polarised Polarized Sea Cucumber Stomach Young Cloaca Light Micrograph Light Microscope Tube Feet
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This print showcases the intricate details of a Holothuria sea cucumber, specifically a young specimen. The image, captured using polarised light micrography, reveals the fascinating anatomy and biology of this marine invertebrate. The body of the sea cucumber is adorned with numerous retractable tube feet, each featuring a terminal circle of short branches resembling shield shapes. These appendages play a crucial role in locomotion and feeding for this species. Additionally, the dark shapes visible within the image represent its digestive system – starting with an oesophagus enclosed by a calcareous ring, followed by a short stomach leading to an intestine that ultimately ends at the cloaca (anus). Growing up to 20 centimetres in length, this particular sea cucumber can be found along the coasts of the English Channel. Its presence adds to the diverse wildlife thriving in these waters. The magnification level used for printing this photograph at 10 centimetres across is x36. This stunning visual representation not only highlights nature's beauty but also provides valuable insights into zoology and marine biology. It serves as a reminder of how remarkable and complex life forms exist beneath our oceans' surfaces.
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