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Saccocoma, or Feather Star: A fossilised stemless feather star, Saccocoma tenellum (Goldfuss), which is commonly found in Solnhofen Limestone
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Saccocoma, or Feather Star: A fossilised stemless feather star, Saccocoma tenellum (Goldfuss), which is commonly found in Solnhofen Limestone
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Media ID 9488659
Commonly Feather Fossilised Found Limestone Star Solnhofen Stemless
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This print showcases the exquisite beauty of a fossilized Saccocoma, also known as a Feather Star. The delicate and intricate details of this stemless creature are preserved in stunning clarity, thanks to its preservation in Solnhofen Limestone. Saccocoma tenellum (Goldfuss) is commonly found within this limestone formation, which adds to its significance and rarity. This particular specimen is truly a marvel of nature's artistry frozen in time. Feather Stars belong to an ancient group of marine animals called crinoids, which have been around for over 500 million years. They possess feathery arms that radiate from their central body disc, resembling the shape of a star. These arms are adorned with tiny pinnules that enable them to filter feed on planktonic organisms drifting through the water. The Solnhofen Limestone has long been renowned for its exceptional preservation of fossils due to its fine-grained texture and lack of oxygen during deposition. It provides us with invaluable insights into prehistoric life forms and ecosystems. This mesmerizing image serves as a reminder of the incredible diversity that once thrived in our oceans millions of years ago. It invites us to appreciate the wonders hidden beneath Earth's surface and fuels our curiosity about the mysteries yet to be uncovered.
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