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Brachiopods are marine invertebrates characterized by a pair of hinged shells (valves) that protect their soft bodies. The name "brachiopod" reflects their distinctive feeding apparatus, which consists of ciliated arms (brachia) that extend from the body and filter food particles from the water.
The earliest brachiopods appeared during the Cambrian period, over 540 million years ago. They were once a diverse and abundant group, but their numbers have declined significantly over time. Today, there are around 300 living species of brachiopods, inhabiting various marine environments from shallow coastal waters to deep-sea hydrothermal vents.
Brachiopods are classified into two main groups:
Brachiopods play an important role in marine ecosystems, serving as a food source for other animals and filtering plankton from the water. They are also important indicators of environmental conditions, as their presence or absence can provide insights into water quality and climate change.
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