Tiny skeletal plates recovered beside fossil whale bones in southern Denmark offer a rare glimpse of life around a whale carcass approximately 9.5 million years ago. Researchers have identified a new species of brittle star, Ophiura huebnerjenseni, from the Gram Clay Pit and suggest it represents the first fossil record of brittle stars associated with a whale fall.
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New Fossil Discovery Reveals Ancient Marine Life Around Whale Carcass
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November 4, 2026
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Researchers discovered tiny skeletal plates beside fossil whale bones in Denmark, identifying a new species of brittle star, Ophiura huebnerjenseni, which is the first fossil record of brittle stars associated with a whale fall. This finding provides insights into ancient marine ecosystems. While not directly related to Iran, it highlights the importance of paleontological research in understanding historical biodiversity.
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