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Ring of Fire 2006 Expedition

Description

Ring of Fire 2006 Expedition. Ruby Volcano.Palmtree-like crinoids are really animals that can slowly move about theseafloor. Here they are on the steep slopes of a volcano. The large starfishhave 11 arms.

Credit

Image courtesy of Submarine Ring of Fire 2006 Exploration, NOAA Vents Program

Display Date

2006 April 30 113239

Location

Pacific Ocean, Mariana Arc area

Collection

Voyage to Inner Space
Ocean Exploration Collection
Life in the Deep Sea
Some Other Deep Sea Bottom Dwellers

Keywords

Ocean Exploration