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Detail of the center branching arms of a Crinoid or Feather Star (Lamprometra klunzingeri) open and feeding on plankton at night, Philippines
Detail of the center branching arms of a Crinoid or Feather Star (Lamprometra klunzingeri) open and feeding on plankton at night, Philippines
Image ID: 1116-39728
Artist: Dave Fleetham
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