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Reconstruction of extinct giant dinosaur Brachisaurus
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Reconstruction of extinct giant dinosaur Brachisaurus
Reconstruction of extinct giant dinosaur Brachisaurus, North America and East Africa, Cretaceous. Illustration from Wilhelm Bolsches Das Leben der Urwelt, Prehistoric Life, Georg Dollheimer, Leipzig, 1932
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In this illustration from the 1932 publication "Prehistoric Life" by Wilhelm Bolsche, we are transported back in time to the Cretaceous period, where we encounter the colossal figure of the extinct dinosaur Brachisaurus. This reconstruction of Brachisaurus, with its elongated neck and massive body, is depicted in both North America and East Africa, showcasing the global distribution of this remarkable creature during the final epoch of the Mesozoic Era. Brachisaurus, a member of the sauropod family, is believed to have lived around 150 million years ago. Its name means "arm lizard," a reference to the pair of limbs that support its immense weight. Paleontologists once classified Brachisaurus as a synapsid, a group of reptiles that includes dinosaurs and their less-derived ancestors. However, more recent research suggests that Brachisaurus and other sauropods are actually more closely related to the diapsids, a larger group of reptiles that includes the dinosaurs and their descendants, such as lizards and crocodiles. The illustration also features a marine creature, possibly a Dimetrodon, in the background. This synapsid, which lived during the Permian period, is known for its distinctive sail-like structure on its back. The presence of both Brachisaurus and Dimetrodon in the same image highlights the rich diversity of life during the prehistoric era. This evocative illustration, created by the skilled hand of Hugo Wolff, Maage, and Wilhelm Bolsche, offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of prehistory, zoology, and paleontology. It invites us to marvel at the incredible adaptations and evolutionary innovations that characterized the ancient ecosystems of our planet.
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