Devonian sea, artwork
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Devonian sea, artwork
Devonian sea. Computer artwork of 8-inch-long (20 cm) Doryaspis sp. jaw-less fish swimming amongst sea anemones (order Actiniaria), crinoids (feathery), sea stars, ammonites (upper left), and Orthoceras sp. nautiloid cephalopods (squid-like), 410 million years ago during the Devonian period, in what is now the Svalbard archipelago, Norway. Doryaspis (or Lyktaspis) was armoured with bony spines and a long snout that had spines set along its length
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Media ID 9222945
© WALTER MYERS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Actiniaria Ammonite Ammonites Anemone Anemones Armour Armoured Cephalopod Cephalopods Crinoid Crinoids Devonian Echinoderm Echinoderms Extinct Ichthyology Mollusc Molluscs Mollusks Nautilus Norway Norwegian Palaeontological Paleontological Prehistoric Prehistory Scandinavia Scandinavian Sea Star Sea Stars Seastar Squid Starfish Stars Svalbard Underwater Jawless Nautiloid Palaeontology Seastars
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back 410 million years ago to the Devonian period, where we witness a vibrant underwater scene in what is now the Svalbard archipelago, Norway. Created through computer artwork, it beautifully depicts an array of ancient marine life forms that once thrived in the Devonian sea. At the center of attention is an 8-inch-long Doryaspis sp. , a jaw-less fish armored with bony spines and a long snout adorned with spines along its length. This fascinating creature gracefully swims amongst sea anemones (order Actiniaria), crinoids with their feathery appearance, and majestic sea stars. The upper left corner showcases ammonites, while Orthoceras sp. nautiloid cephalopods resembling squid-like creatures add further intrigue to this prehistoric tableau. The artist's meticulous attention to detail transports us into this forgotten world teeming with life and diversity. Each element within the composition invites exploration and sparks curiosity about our planet's rich history. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing illustration, we are reminded of the wonders that lie beneath our oceans' depths and how they have evolved over millions of years. It serves as a testament to both the beauty of nature's creations and humanity's ability to recreate them through artistry and scientific knowledge. Walter Myers has masterfully captured this snapshot from Earth's past, offering us a glimpse into an era when these remarkable creatures roamed freely in Norwegian waters during one of Earth's most intriguing periods – the Devonian age.
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