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Ichthyosaur with Fish
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Ichthyosaur with Fish
Stenopterygius sp., Indeterminate species
Early Jurassic
Holzmaden, Germany
A fascinating inhabitant of the Jurassic seas, the ichthyosaur is believed to have filled a similar ecological niche as today's dolphin. Of all known reptiles, ichthyosaurs were best adapted to a marine existence. The present offering exhibits an ichthyosaur with a fish on the same matrix. It is uncommon to see these two species in association with each other on a single plate. Beautiful preservation and expert preparation recommend this desirable piece. Measuring 52 1/2 x 36 1/2 x 1 1/4in
Early Jurassic
Holzmaden, Germany
A fascinating inhabitant of the Jurassic seas, the ichthyosaur is believed to have filled a similar ecological niche as today's dolphin. Of all known reptiles, ichthyosaurs were best adapted to a marine existence. The present offering exhibits an ichthyosaur with a fish on the same matrix. It is uncommon to see these two species in association with each other on a single plate. Beautiful preservation and expert preparation recommend this desirable piece. Measuring 52 1/2 x 36 1/2 x 1 1/4in

