An extinct chondrichthyan species from the Carboniferous period, characterized by unique dental plates and belonging to the holocephalan group of prehistoric cartilaginous fishes
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Ancient marine environments, primarily shallow tropical and subtropical marine ecosystems during the late Paleozoic era
Ecological Role
Significant prehistoric marine predator, likely playing a crucial role in marine food webs during the Carboniferous period
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Likely had smooth cartilaginous external covering without traditional scales
- LIMBS WINGS Characteristic chimaera-like body plan with paired fins and streamlined profile
- HEAD SENSORY Primitive sensory systems typical of early holocephalan fish, with potential electroreception capabilities
- BODY STRUCTURE Cartilaginous fish with robust cranial structure, adapted for marine predation
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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