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Artwork of Elasmosaurus, a marine dinosaur
Elasmosaurus dinosaur. Artwork of Elasmosaurus, a marine dinosaur (plesiosaur) coming ashore. Elas- mosaurus (" plated reptile" ) had a long neck with a relatively small head and a mouth lined with teeth. It was probably a fish-eater, using its neck to dart its head at prey. It was propelled through the water by four powerful paddle-like limbs which it flapped up and down like the paddles of a modern-day turtle. Elasmosaurus prob- ably came ashore to lay its eggs. Dinosaurs lived during the Mesozoic era (65-225 million years ago). Elasmosaurus was described in 1868, although the first reconstruction mistakenly placed its head on the end of its relatively short tail
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Artwrk Dinosaur Loch Ness Monster Plesiosaur Elasmosaurus Palaeontology
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This artwork showcases the magnificent Elasmosaurus, a marine dinosaur that once roamed the ancient seas. With its long neck and small head adorned with sharp teeth, this creature was a formidable fish-eater, using its flexible neck to swiftly strike at prey. Its four powerful paddle-like limbs propelled it through the water effortlessly, resembling the movements of modern-day turtles. In this print, we witness an extraordinary moment as the Elasmosaurus emerges from the depths of the ocean onto land. This rare sight suggests that these prehistoric giants may have come ashore to lay their eggs, adding another layer of intrigue to their already fascinating existence. Dating back to the Mesozoic era between 65 and 225 million years ago, dinosaurs like Elasmosaurus continue to captivate our imagination today. First described in 1868 (albeit with an initial misconception about its head placement), this artwork beautifully captures both scientific accuracy and artistic interpretation. As we gaze upon this stunning depiction of Elasmosaurus by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of how much there is still left for us to discover about Earth's ancient inhabitants. Let your curiosity be ignited as you delve into paleontology and explore the wonders of our planet's rich history through artful depictions such as this one.
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