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Crinoid (Sea lily) slab
NameCrinoid (Sea lily) slab
Scientific NameClass Crinoidea
Common NameCrinoid (Sea lily) slab
Geologic PeriodMississippian
Geologic Erapaleozoic
Age (Million Years Ago)359-323
Taxonomic ClassificationAnimalia Echinodermata Crinoidea
Type of Fossilbody
Preservation Qualityexcellent
DietFilter feeder
HabitatMarine, benthic (attached to the seafloor)
Rarityuncommon
Description
A fossil slab containing multiple well-preserved crinoid specimens, commonly known as sea lilies. The slab shows articulated crinoid stems, calyxes (bodies), and arms, embedded in a dark grey marine sedimentary matrix. Other smaller fossil fragments or shell impressions may also be present within the matrix. The preservation allows for clear visualization of the intricate structures of these ancient echinoderms.
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