Glowing Crinoid
by Jean Noren
Title
Glowing Crinoid
Artist
Jean Noren
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Crinoids are marine animals In the same class as starfish, brittle stars, sea urchins and sea cucumbers. They can be attached to the sea bottom by a stalk and known as sea lilies, or in a free floating form such as this one and known as a feather star. The feeding arms whisk plankton particles into the mouth which is conveniently located near the anus in the middle area of the animal.
This image was taken during a night dive in Fiji. It was floating or crawling across the sea floor. The flash contributed to the beautiful yellow glow on the feathery feeding arms. The blueish tint of the sea floor compliments the yellow glow nicely.
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March 15th, 2012
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Randy Rosenberger
I am happy to announce your artwork is being featured on the homepage of the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group. It is with great pleasure for me to show recognition to our active members of our family of friends and fine artists. Congratulations on your feature!