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Folklore of fossil echinoderms

The distinct five-fold โ€“ or pentameral โ€“ symmetry of echinoderms makes them particularly striking fossils. Some even have a vaguely mystical appearance. Modern echinoderms โ€“ starfish (asteroids), sea urchins (echinoids), feather stars and sea lilies (crinoids), sea cucumbers (holothurians) and … Continue reading

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