ichthyosaurs
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Fossils of Giant Dolpin-Like Marine Reptiles Found in Swiss Alps
A team of paleontologists has discovered fossils of three impressive new ichthyosaurs — ancient marine reptiles — in rocks located 2,743.20 m above sea level.
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Dolphins Had A Jurassic-Era Reptile Twin Featuring Blubber And Warm Blood
Ichthyosaurs and dolphins are the archetypal examples of convergent evolution in action, in which two completely unrelated species acquire near identical characteristics. The discovery of a new ichthyosaur fossil suggests this Jurassic-era creature was even more dolphin-like than we appreciated, featuring warm-blood, blubber, and even similar camouflage.
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Largest Ichthyosaurus Fossil Ever Discovered Contains An Unexpected Gift
An unstudied ichthyosaur fossil dating back to the Jurassic period is now the largest on record — a remarkably well-preserved specimen that also contains the remnants of a developing fetus.