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Framed Print of Ichthyosaur Skeleton, Mesozoic Reptile
Ichthyosaurs were giant marine reptiles that resembled dolphins in a classic example of convergent evolution. They thrived during much of the Mesozoic era. During the middle Triassic Period, they evolved from as yet unidentified land reptiles that moved back into the water, in a development parallel to that of the ancestors of modern-day dolphins and whales.They were particularly abundant in the Jurassic Period, until they were replaced as the top aquatic predators by another reptilian order named plesiosaurs in the Cretaceous Period. They averaged 7-13 feet in length, with a porpoise-like head and a long, toothed snout. It has been estimated that ichthyosaurs could swim at speeds up to 25 mph. They most likely fed on fish, and a few of the larger species had heavy jaws and teeth that indicated they fed on smaller reptiles. They ranged so widely in size, and survived for so long, that they are likely to have had a wide range of prey. Although ichthyosaurs looked like fish, they were not. Originally captioned: Many Ichthyosaur skeletons have been found. The streamlined body shape is very similar to that of the fast-swimming porpoises. © New York Public Library / Science Source
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Media ID 47333411
Ages Chordate Convergent Dolphin Dolphins Eras Evolution Extinct Extinction Giant Jurassic Land Marine Mesozoic Outline Paleobiology Paleontology Paleozoology Period Periods Predator Predatory Prehistoric Prehistorical Prehistory Reptile Reptiles Skeleton Skeletons Time Triassic Vertebrate
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 10.2cm (9.6" x 4")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
