An extinct prehistoric cartilaginous fish species from the Holocephali class, characterized by unique morphological features from the Chimaeriformes order, existing during the Paleozoic era.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Marine environments, likely inhabiting coastal and deep ocean regions during the Paleozoic period, with a distribution potentially spanning prehistoric continental shelves and marine ecosystems.
Ecological Role
Represented a crucial component of marine food webs and evolutionary transitions in early cartilaginous fish development, contributing to understanding prehistoric marine biodiversity.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Cartilaginous exoskeleton with potential dermal denticle coverage characteristic of early holocephalian species
- LIMBS WINGS Probable presence of paired pectoral and pelvic fins for directional swimming and maneuverability
- HEAD SENSORY Likely possessed primitive sensory capabilities with specialized cranial structures for underwater navigation and prey detection
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated cartilaginous body with streamlined form, typical of early chimaera species, adapted for efficient marine locomotion
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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