A prehistoric holocephalan cartilaginous fish species from the Edaphadon genus, characterized by unique dental and skeletal adaptations from the Cenozoic era.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Marine environments of North America, primarily in ancient coastal and continental shelf regions during the Eocene to Oligocene epochs
Ecological Role
Likely played a significant role in marine food webs as a predatory cartilaginous fish, contributing to ecosystem balance and marine biodiversity
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth cartilaginous dermal layer with potential protective adaptations
- LIMBS WINGS Pectoral fins adapted for marine locomotion with streamlined hydrodynamic profile
- HEAD SENSORY Specialized sensory structures for detecting prey in marine environments, including electroreceptive capabilities
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated chimaera-like body with cartilaginous skeleton, approximately 1-1.5 meters in total length
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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