An extinct prehistoric marine cartilaginous fish species from the Carboniferous period, belonging to the Holocephali class and characterized by unique dental structures
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Prehistoric marine environments, primarily shallow continental shelf regions during the Carboniferous period (approximately 359-299 million years ago)
Ecological Role
Important index fossil for understanding marine evolutionary dynamics and paleoecological conditions of late Paleozoic marine ecosystems
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Probable smooth cartilaginous external covering without scales
- LIMBS WINGS Likely possessing paired pectoral and pelvic fins characteristic of holocephalian morphology
- HEAD SENSORY Primitive sensory structures typical of early chimaeroid fish with potential electroreception capabilities
- BODY STRUCTURE Cartilaginous fish with elongated body, estimated total length of 0.3-0.5 meters
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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