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Brittle star, Astrotoma agassizii
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Brittle star, Astrotoma agassizii
Specimen collected by Robert Falcon Scotts British Antarctic Expedition 1910-1913, also known as the Terra Nova expedition. It had a broad scientific programme and collected thousands of geological and zoological specimens. This species uses its long flexible arms to capture prey. It occurs throughout Antarctica and the Antarctic peninsula
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This print showcases the brittle star, Astrotoma agassizii, a remarkable invertebrate specimen collected during Sir Robert Falcon Scott's British Antarctic Expedition (1910-1913), also known as the Terra Nova Expedition. This scientific endeavor, led by the renowned explorer Scott, had a broad research program and amassed thousands of geological and zoological specimens, including this intriguing echinoderm. The brittle star, belonging to the class Ophiuroidea, is a common inhabitant of Antarctic waters. Its name derives from its delicate, arm-like appendages, which can be easily broken off and regenerated. This adaptation enables the brittle star to capture prey more effectively, as it uses its long, flexible arms to ensnare small organisms. Astrotoma agassizii is part of the Phrynophiurida family and is often referred to as a basket star due to its star-shaped body and radial symmetry. Its body is covered in small, tube-like structures called papulae, which provide it with camouflage and protection. This particular specimen was collected during Scott's groundbreaking expedition, which made significant contributions to our understanding of the Antarctic region. The Terra Nova Expedition's extensive zoological discoveries, including this brittle star, continue to inspire scientific curiosity and exploration. The brittle star's resilience and adaptation to the harsh Antarctic environment is a testament to the incredible diversity and tenacity of life in the world's most remote and extreme habitats.
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