2018.068.001 [Fossil, crinoid]

Crinoids belong the phylum Echinodermata family. This is the same family star fish and sand dollars belong to, but crinoids are unique with their flower-like shape. Some are considered the sea lilies of the ocean floor due to the root-like parts that can grow to be meters long. Another name for crinoids are "feather stars." Feather Stars can move around due to small hook-like structures called cirri. Crinoids are the oldest known fossils, the earliest being from the Ordovician Period. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.