A prehistoric cartilaginous fish species from the Holocephali class, belonging to the Chimaeriformes order and Callorhinchidae family, characterized by its distinctive morphological features from the Late Cretaceous period
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Marine environments, likely inhabiting continental shelf and deep oceanic regions with moderate temperatures
Ecological Role
Played a significant role in marine food webs as a predatory species during its evolutionary period
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth cartilaginous dermis with potential protective dermal denticle coverage
- LIMBS WINGS Possessing paired pectoral and pelvic fins adapted for efficient marine locomotion
- HEAD SENSORY Advanced sensory capabilities with specialized electrosensory organs for detecting prey in marine environments
- BODY STRUCTURE Streamlined cartilaginous body with robust skeletal framework, typical of chimaera species, approximately 0.5-1.0 meters in total length
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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