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Extinct crinoids, ammonites and squid
Extinct crinoids, ammonites and squid.. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolles Geology and Paleontology section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schuberts Natural History, Schreiber, Munich, 1886
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Belemnoid Cephalopod Clam Dradolphkenngott Extinct Geology Gotthilfheinrichvonschubert Mineral Mineralogy Naturalhistory Squid Crinoids Pentacrinites
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This chromolithograph, titled "Extinct crinoids, ammonites, and squid," is an intriguing glimpse into the rich history of marine life that once inhabited our planet. Originally published in Dr. Fr. Rolles' Geology and Paleontology section of Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert's Natural History, this masterpiece was created by Dr. Adolph Kenngott in Munich in 1886. The image showcases a stunning array of extinct marine organisms, including various species of crinoids, such as the Pentacrinites and Saccocoma pectinata. Crinoids, also known as sea lilies, were once abundant in shallow seas and are characterized by their stemmed, cup-shaped bodies. The Foamoster and Gryphaea arcuata, types of clams, are also depicted, along with the Trigoniacostata, a trigonal-shaped clam. Ammonites, the iconic, spiral-shelled cephalopods, are well-represented in this illustration. Some of the species shown include Ammonites obtusus, Ammonites jason, Ammonites spiralissimus, and Ammonites biplex. Ammonites lived during the Mesozoic Era and are closely related to modern-day squid and octopuses. The presence of various cephalopods, such as the ammonites and the squid, highlights the diverse marine ecosystem that once thrived in our oceans. The belemnoid, a type of extinct cephalopod, is also featured, with its distinctive rod-shaped internal structure, known as a guard or aphragm. This chromolithograph not only serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world but also reminds us of the ever-changing tapestry of life on Earth. As we continue to explore and learn about our planet's history, captivating images like this one help us appreciate the richness and diversity of the organisms that have come before us.
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