Plesiosaur Collection (page 2)

Dolichorhynchops marine reptile from the prehistoric era
Dolichorhynchops was a marine reptile plesiosaur that lived in Cretaceous seas as a predator

Kaiwhekea plesiosaur feeding on a pair of squid-like cephalopods

Angelfish try to swim out of the reach of a Plesiosaurus dinosaur
An unlucky Redfin Angelfish tries to swim out of the reach of a Plesiosaurus dinosaur in the Jurassic Age

A Dakosaurus attacks a small Plesiosaurus in the clear waters of a prehistoric ocean

Dolichorhynchops, an extinct genus of short-neck Plesiosaur
Dolichorhynchops is an extinct genus of short-neck Plesiosaur from the Cretaceous Period and lived in the oceans of North America

Kronosaurus, attacks a pod of Dolichorhynchops in Cretaceous seas
The marine reptile, Kronosaurus, attacks a pod of dolphin-like Dolichorhynchops in Cretaceous seas

Plesiosaurs gather at their underwater playground

Elasmosaurus marine reptile from the Cretaceous Period
Elasmosaurus was a plesiosaur marine reptile that lived during the Cretaceous Period of Kansas in North America

Plesiosaurus, large marine predatory reptile from the Jurassic Era

Early Jurassic European pelagic scene with various extinct animals
Early Jurassic European pelagic scene (195, 000, 000 bp): From left; AIchthyosaurus communis, Hybodus hauffianus, Rhomaleosaurus cramptoni, Thalassiodracon hawkinsi, Eurhinosaurus longirostris

A group of Dolichorhynchops try to escape from a huge Kronosaurus
A pod of Dolichorhynchops try to escape from a huge Kronosaurus marine reptile as Asian Arowana fish swim the other way

A group of Plesiosaurs relaxing on a Jurassic Day

Strange creatures that best resemble prehistoric Plesiosaurs
Around the world there have been numerous sightings of strange creatures that best resemble prehistoric Plesiosaurs, including the famous Loch Ness sightings

A school of Lemonpeel Angelfish swim by Plesiosaurus dinosaurs
A school of Lemonpeel Angelfish keep a wary eye on three large predatory Plesiosaurus dinosaurs

Dolichorhynchops plesiosaurs try to evade a Dakosaurus marine reptile
A group of Dolichorhynchops plesiosaurs try to evade a Dakosaurus marine reptile in Cretaceous seas of North America

Liopleurodon, a large carnivorous marine reptile from the Jurassic period

Dolichorhynchops marine reptile
Dolichorhynchops was a carnivorous marine reptile that lived in the oceans of North America in the Cretaceous Period

Elasmosaurus tries to capture a Dolichorhynchops reptile
Elasmosaurus tries to capture one of the Dolichorhynchops reptiles as Quetzalcoatlus birds look for fish

Three Plesiosaurus dinosaurs swim near a natural coral reef bridge in shallow seas

Plesiosaurus attacks a Metriorhynchus in Jurassic seas
A Metriorhynchus becomes a meal for a Plesiosaurus marine reptile in blue Jurassic seas

A group of Plesiosaurs resting on a sandbank and enjoying the last warm rays of the sun at the end of another Jurassic day

Plesiosaurus dinosaurs chase a school of Lemonpeel Angelfish
A school of Lemonpeel Angelfish swim together for protection from Plesiosaurus dinosaurs

Corosaurus alcovensis, Early Triassic of Wyoming, USA

Plesiosaurs in their marine habitat

A group of Plesiosaurs during Earths Jurassic Era

An Elasmosaurus hunts a school of bocaccio fish
An Elasmosaurus marine reptile hunts a school of bocaccio fish in Cretaceous seas

Aristonectes plesiosaur attempts to make a meal of a squid-like cephalopod during the Late Cretaceous period

Cryptoclidus is an extinct plesiosaur from the Late Jurassic of England
Cryptoclidus eurymerus is an extinct plesiosaur from the Late Jurassic of England

Vectocleidus pastorum, Early Cretaceous of England

Plesiosaurus dinosaurs hunt a school of Dapedius fish
A pack of Plesiosaurus dinosaurs hunt a school of Dapedius fish in prehistoric seas

A Plesiosaurus captures a Eurhinosaurus marine reptile in a sea cave off the coast of Jurassic seas

A Plesiosarus dinosaur of the Jurassic Era
A Plesiosaurus dinosaur turns to go after two Dapedius fish from the Jurassic Era

Liopleurodon eating an ammonite. Liopleurodon are large carnivorous marine reptiles from the Jurassic era

Simolestes is an extinct pliosaur from the Middle Jurassic of England
Simolestes vorax is an extinct pliosaur from the Middle Jurassic of England

A pair of Elasmosaurus engage in a swimming courtship dance
A pair of 40-foot-long Elasmosaurus engage in a swimming courtship dance in a secluded pool 80 million years ago in what is today North America

Prehistoric Animals of the Lias Group (etching)
KW421825 Prehistoric Animals of the Lias Group (etching) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Picture No. 10890775
Illustration - Plesiosaur laying her eggs on a beach. Jurassic. Date:

Plesiosaur fossil C016 / 5595
Plesiosaur. Fossil reconstruction of Cryptoclidus eurymerus Plesiosaur that lived 165-160 million years ago during the Middle Jurassic. This specimen was discovered in Peterborough, UK

Rhomdeosaurus pliosaur, fossil bones C016 / 5421
Rhomdeosaurus cramptoni pliosaur, fossil bones. Known as the Kettleness specimen, this close-up shows a section of the bones in the rear flipper of this marine reptile

Plesiosaurus marine reptile, fossil skull C016 / 5204
Plesiosaurus dolichodeirus marine reptile, fossil skull. This is the head and neck of this plesiosaur, a type of marine reptile

Thalassiodracon hawkinsii skeleton C013 / 6465
Fossil specimen of the extinct marine reptile Thalassiodracon hawkinsii (previously Plesiosaurus hawkinsii). T. hawkinsii was a marine reptile that inhabited the seas throughout the Jurassic

Rhomdeosaurus cramptoni [Kettleness specimen]
Close-up of of a section of foot belonging to the Pliosaur, Rhomdeosaurus cramptoni. This carnivorous marine reptile descended from the plesiosaur

Plesiosaurus dolichodeirus: Head only
From the Lower Jurassic, Lyme Regis, Dorset. This specimen is the first articulated plesiosaur ever found and one of Mary Annings greatest discoveries

Plesiosaurus dolichodeirus: Head and neck
From the Lower Jurassic, Lyme Regis, Dorset. This specimen is the first articulated plesiosaur ever found and one of Mary Annings greatest discoveries

Plesiosaurus dolichodeirus skeleton
From the Lower Jurassic, Lyme Regis, Dorset. This is the first articulated plesiosaur ever found and one of Mary Annings greatest discoveries. Length 2.9 meters

Pliosaurus ferox tooth
A fossil tooth that once belonged to the extinct carnivorous marine reptile, Pliosaurus ferox that lived during the Jurasic period

Cryptoclidus
A fossil skeleton of Cryptoclidus, a plesiosaur that lived 165 to 150 million years ago during the Late Jurassic period. Fossils have beeen found in England, France, Russia and South America

Jurassic seascape
Artists impression of a Jurassic sea with Ichthyosaur, Plesiosaur and Pterosaur. The Jurassic period was 205-144 million years ago

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of the Plesiosaur: A Journey into Prehistoric Waters" Step back in time to 1862, when British prehistoric marine reptiles known as plesiosaurs captured the imagination of scientists and enthusiasts alike. These magnificent creatures, often associated with the legendary Loch Ness Monster, have left an indelible mark on our understanding of Earth's ancient past. One notable figure in this exploration was Waterhouse Hawkins, whose remarkable model dinosaurs from 1866 included a striking depiction of a plesiosaur. His attention to detail allowed people to visualize these enigmatic beings that once roamed our oceans. The fascination with plesiosaurs extended beyond mere models and artwork. In 1849, Reynolds' "The Antidiluvian World" featured captivating descriptions and illustrations that brought these creatures to life on paper. One such illustration depicted a thrilling battle between a Plesiosaurus and Temnodontosaurus (Oligostinus), showcasing their power and resilience. As scientific knowledge advanced, so did our understanding of specific species within the plesiosaur family. The discovery of Liopleurodon vertebra shed light on another formidable member of this group – its colossal size making it an apex predator during the Jurassic era. Fast forward to more recent times; artists continue to depict these majestic creatures in various forms. From intricate sketches capturing their graceful movements underwater to vibrant color lithographs showcasing their existence during different geological periods – each artwork serves as a testament to humanity's enduring curiosity about these ancient giants. And then there is Loch Ness – forever linked with tales of its elusive inhabitant dubbed the Loch Ness Monster. While debate rages on regarding its existence, some theories suggest that sightings may be attributed to surviving populations or descendants of plesiosaurs lurking beneath those mysterious waters. Intriguing yet shrouded in mystery, the story behind plesiosaurs continues to captivate our imagination.