An extinct prehistoric cartilaginous fish species belonging to the order Chimaeriformes, characterized by its unique dental structure and evolutionary significance in marine paleontology.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Prehistoric marine environments, likely coastal and deep-water oceanic zones during the late Paleozoic era
Ecological Role
Played a crucial role in ancient marine ecosystems as a predatory cartilaginous fish, contributing to food web dynamics and evolutionary developments in early vertebrate lineages
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth cartilaginous exterior characteristic of early chimaeroid species
- LIMBS WINGS Paired fins with potential hydrodynamic adaptations for marine locomotion
- HEAD SENSORY Specialized cranial structures with advanced sensory capabilities, featuring complex dental plates for feeding
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, shark-like body with cartilaginous skeleton, typical of Holocephali class, approximately 0.5-1.0 meters in estimated length
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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