An extinct cartilaginous fish species belonging to the order Chimaeriformes, known from fossil records in North American Paleozoic marine environments, characterized by distinctive dental plates.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Prehistoric marine ecosystems of North America during the Late Paleozoic era, predominantly in shallow continental shelf regions with complex marine biodiversity.
Ecological Role
A significant paleontological specimen representing early chondrichthyan evolutionary adaptations, providing insights into marine predator diversity and trophic interactions of ancient marine ecosystems.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Likely smooth cartilaginous epidermis without typical scales, similar to modern chimaera species
- LIMBS WINGS Fin structures consistent with primitive chimaeroid body plan, likely with pectoral and dorsal fin configurations
- HEAD SENSORY Probable well-developed sensory systems for marine navigation and prey detection, characteristic of early chondrichthyan lineages
- BODY STRUCTURE Cartilaginous skeleton typical of holocephalian chimeras, with robust dental plates adapted for crushing hard-shelled marine prey
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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