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Araucaria tree. Illustration by Hugo Wolff-Maage from Wilhelm Bolsches Das Leben der Urwelt, Prehistoric Life, Georg Dollheimer, Leipzig, 1932
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Araucaria Bolsche Creature Dinosaurs Extinct Fossil Genus Ichthyosaur Ichthyosaurus Leben Paleontology Prehistoric Prehistory Skull Urwelt Wilhelm
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1. Title: Araucaria Tree and Ichthyosaur: A Prehistoric Encounter. This illustration by Hugo Wolff-Maage, from Wilhelm Bolsches Das Leben der Urwelt (Prehistoric Life), published in Leipzig, 1932, depicts an Araucaria tree and an Ichthyosaur in a prehistoric marine environment. The Araucaria tree, native to South America, is shown here in its ancient form, with large, cone-shaped foliage and towering height. The tree's presence in this scene is significant, as it represents one of the few surviving fragments of the vegetation that once covered the Earth during the Mesozoic Era. In the foreground, an Ichthyosaur, a marine reptile from the Ichthyosauria genus, emerges from the water. With its streamlined body, elongated snout, and powerful flippers, this marine creature was perfectly adapted to its aquatic environment. The Ichthyosaur's skull, displayed prominently in the illustration, reveals its unique features, including the large, bulbous eyes and the numerous small teeth arranged in several rows. The encounter between the Araucaria tree and the Ichthyosaur serves as a reminder of the diverse and fascinating creatures that inhabited our planet millions of years ago. This illustration is an essential piece of zoological and paleontological history, providing a glimpse into the prehistoric world that once was. The intricate details and lifelike qualities of Wolff-Maage's artwork offer a captivating representation of the interconnectedness of the prehistoric ecosystem. This illustration is a testament to the importance of preserving and studying the fossil record to better understand the natural history of our planet.
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