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Belemnotheutis antiquus, squid
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Belemnotheutis antiquus, squid
A well-preserved Upper Jurassic squid aged 160 million years. This specimen originates from Christian Malford, Wiltshire
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Belemnite Belemnitida Belemnoid Belemnoidea Cephalopod Cephalopoda Great Britain Jurassic Mesozoic Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Pearce Phanerozoic Prehistoric Preserved Squid Tentacle Teuthida Invertebrata Upper
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1. Title: A Journey Through Time: The Mesmerizing Belemnotheutis Antiquus, a 160-Million-Year-Old Squid from the Jurassic Period of Wiltshire, England 2.. This image showcases a remarkable find from the depths of the Jurassic Period: Belemnotheutis antiquus, an exquisitely preserved Upper Jurassic squid. Hailing from the Christian Malford area in Wiltshire, England, this ancient marine invertebrate is estimated to be around 160 million years old. Belemnotheutis antiquus is a mesmerizing example of the rich marine life that once thrived in the Mesozoic Era. Belonging to the Cephalopoda class, this cephalopod boasts a striking appearance with its elongated, conical body and a pair of tentacles adorned with suckers. The intricate details of this ancient creature's anatomy offer valuable insights into the evolution of squids and belemnites. Belemnites are an extinct group of belemnoid cephalopods, characterized by their distinctive, cone-shaped fossils. The presence of a belemnite in the same deposit as Belemnotheutis antiquus suggests that these two related species coexisted during the Jurassic. This well-preserved specimen offers a glimpse into the diverse marine life of the Phanerozoic Eon, a geological era marked by the presence of abundant fossils. The discovery of Belemnotheutis antiquus in Wiltshire, England, underscores the importance of European localities in understanding the prehistoric world and the incredible journey of life on Earth. As we marvel at the intricacies of this ancient squid, we are reminded of the vast expanse of time and the myriad of wonders that lie hidden beneath the surface, waiting to be discovered.
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