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Dinichthys, extinct genus of placoderms, armored
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Dinichthys, extinct genus of placoderms, armored
Dinichthys, extinct genus of placoderms, armored fish from the Devonian.. Dinichthys, extinct genus of placoderms, armored fish from the Devonian. Colour printed (chromolithograph) illustration by F. John from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1910, Hamburg. From a series of prehistoric creature cards published by the Reichardt Cocoa company
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Armored Creature Devonian Dinosaur Extinct Hamburg Prehistoric Tiere Urwelt Placoderm
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This chromolithograph illustration showcases the extinct genus of armored fish known as Dinichthys. Hailing from the ancient Devonian period, around 385 to 359 million years ago, Dinichthys was a remarkable creature of the prehistoric world. The intricately detailed image, produced by the skilled hand of F. John, reveals the fish's distinctive armor-like plates that covered its body, providing it with protection against predators. Placoderms, such as Dinichthys, were among the first vertebrates to develop armor, a feature that set them apart from their more primitive, scale-less ancestors. These armored fish were a common sight in the Devonian seas, inhabiting various environments, from shallow coastal waters to deeper, open ocean areas. The illustration is part of the series 'Tiere der Urwelt' or 'Animals of the Prehistoric World,' published in Hamburg, Germany, in 1910. The series aimed to bring the wonders of the prehistoric world to life through stunning visual representations, allowing people to marvel at the incredible diversity and complexity of life that existed long before their time. As we gaze upon this image of Dinichthys, we are transported back to a time when the Earth's biosphere was vastly different from what we know today. The extinct genus of armored fish serves as a testament to the endless intrigue and fascination that the study of prehistoric creatures continues to hold for us.
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