A rare extinct holocephalan fish species from the Late Paleozoic era, characterized by unique dental and skeletal adaptations in the Chimaeriformes order.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Likely marine environments of the Carboniferous to Permian periods, inhabiting continental shelf and deep ocean ecosystems
Ecological Role
Probable mid-level predator in marine food webs, contributing to paleozoic marine biodiversity and ecosystem dynamics
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth cartilaginous dermis with potential placoid scale coverage
- LIMBS WINGS Pectoral and pelvic fin structures adapted for marine locomotion
- HEAD SENSORY Likely advanced electroreception capabilities, prominent rostral sensory structures for detecting prey
- BODY STRUCTURE Cartilaginous skeleton, elongated torpedo-like form typical of early chimaeroid fishes, estimated length 0.5-1.0 meters
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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