A prehistoric cartilaginous fish species belonging to the Chimaeriformes order, characterized by its unique holocephalian anatomical features and marine habitat during the Mesozoic era.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Marine environments, primarily associated with ancient deep-water and continental shelf ecosystems during the Mesozoic period
Ecological Role
Predatory marine species that played a significant role in marine food webs, contributing to ecosystem balance and biodiversity of prehistoric marine environments
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth cartilaginous skin with minimal dermal ossification, characteristic of holocephalian fish
- LIMBS WINGS Paired pectoral and pelvic fins with cartilaginous supports, adapted for efficient marine locomotion
- HEAD SENSORY Specialized sensory apparatus including ampullae of Lorenzini for electroreception, enabling prey detection in marine environments
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated cartilaginous body with a distinctive chimaera-type skeletal framework, typically measuring 0.5-1.2 meters in length
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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