An extinct prehistoric cartilaginous fish species from the Holocephali class, characterized by specialized dental plates used for crushing marine prey during the Late Paleozoic era.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Marine environments, predominantly in ancient shallow seas and continental shelf regions during the Carboniferous to Permian periods (approximately 359-252 million years ago).
Ecological Role
Played a crucial role in marine food webs as a mid-level predator, contributing to ecosystem balance and evolutionary dynamics of prehistoric marine ecosystems.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth cartilaginous exterior with potential dermal denticle coverage
- LIMBS WINGS Adapted with specialized pectoral and dorsal fins for efficient marine navigation
- HEAD SENSORY Likely possessed advanced electroreception capabilities for detecting prey in marine environments
- BODY STRUCTURE Typically 0.5-1.2 meters in length, with a robust cartilaginous skeleton typical of early holocephalian fish
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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