Blastozoa

Blastozoa is a subphylum of extinct animals belonging to Phylum Echinodermata. This subphylum is characterized by the presence of specialized respiratory structures and brachiole plates used for feeding.[1] This subphylum ranged from the Cambrian to the Permian.

Blastozoa
Blastoids, an example of a single group of blastozoans.
Scientific classification
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Blastozoa
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References

  1. Sprinkle, J. (1973). "Morphology and evolution of blastozoan echinoderms". Harvard Special Publication: Museum of Comparative Zoology.


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