edaphosauridae Synonyms

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edaphosauridae Meaning

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edaphosauridae (n)

a family of reptiles of the order Pelycosauria

edaphosauridae Sentence Examples

  1. The Edaphosauridae, a group of synapsids, were widespread during the Permian period.
  2. Edaphosaurids possessed distinctive sail-like structures on their backs, which were likely used for thermoregulation.
  3. The Edaphosaurus, a well-known edaphosaurid, could reach lengths of up to 3.5 meters.
  4. Edaphosaurids were herbivorous, feeding on ferns and other plant matter.
  5. The Edaphosauridae first appeared in the fossil record during the Middle Permian, and became extinct at the end of the Permian.
  6. Edaphosaurids inhabited a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and swamps.
  7. The Edaphosauridae are closely related to pelycosaurs, which include animals like Dimetrodon.
  8. Edaphosaurids have been found on all continents except for Antarctica.
  9. The Edaphosaurus was a common prey item for large predators like Dimetrodon.
  10. The Edaphosauridae are an important group of synapsids, and their study provides valuable insights into the evolution of early tetrapods.

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a family of reptiles of the order Pelycosauria

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No antonyms found.

The Edaphosauridae, a group of synapsids, were widespread during the Permian period.

Edaphosaurids possessed distinctive sail-like structures on their backs, which were likely used for thermoregulation.

The Edaphosaurus, a well-known edaphosaurid, could reach lengths of up to 3.5 meters.

Edaphosaurids were herbivorous, feeding on ferns and other plant matter.