Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego, Promachocrinus or Antarctic feather stars In deciphering the family tree of a particular genus of marine animals, also called

By analyzing documents between 2008 and 2017, scientists were able to confirm samples found in previous discoveries. researchers, starfish And sea ​​cucumber They say they were able to accurately categorize many more different members of these genera by analyzing their DNA and body shapes.

A ‘strawberry-like’ 20-armed species discovered in Antarctica

scientists, Promachocrinus (Antarctic Feather Stars) They classified 7 more species named The most notable among them is “Antarctic Strawberry Feather Star” named as promachocrinus fragarius.

This animal has been compared by scientists to a strawberry. On the other hand, the animal has 20 arms extending from its body. This species, whose natural color ranges from purple to dark red, can be found underwater. 215 feet to 3,840 feet lives somewhere in between. (approx. 65m – 1170m)

Scientists say much more extensive research will be needed to understand life in the Antarctic.