Cyrtonodus brevis is an extinct prehistoric holocephalan cartilaginous fish species from the Cochliodontidae family, known primarily through fossilized dental remains dating to the Carboniferous period.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Marine paleoenvironments of the late Paleozoic era, likely inhabiting shallow continental shelf and coastal marine ecosystems
Ecological Role
Played a crucial role in marine trophic networks as a mid-level predator during the Carboniferous period, contributing to the early evolutionary diversification of chondrichthyan fishes
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth cartilaginous dermal covering without true scales, characteristic of early holocephalans
- LIMBS WINGS Possessing paired pectoral and pelvic fins adapted for marine locomotion
- HEAD SENSORY Likely possessed electroreceptive capabilities and specialized tooth plates for crushing marine invertebrate prey
- BODY STRUCTURE Characteristic holocephalan body plan with cartilaginous skeleton, elongated torpedo-shaped form typical of early chimaeroid fishes
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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