calymene (Meaning)

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calymene (n.)

A genus of trilobites characteristic of the Silurian age.

No Synonyms and anytonyms found

The fossilized calymene trilobite offered a glimpse into the diverse marine life of the Silurian period.
Paleontologists were excited to discover a well-preserved calymene with its appendages still visible.
The characteristic crescent-shaped head shield of the calymene earned it the nickname "moon snail."
Many calymene fossils are found curled up, a defensive behavior used to protect their soft underbelly.
Despite their small size, calymene trilobites were abundant and widespread during their time.
Studying calymene fossils helps scientists understand the evolution and diversity of early arthropods.
Museums often display calymene specimens alongside other fossils from the Paleozoic era.
Amateur fossil hunters eagerly search for calymene remains in specific rock formations.
The state fossil of Wisconsin, Calymene celebra, is a popular symbol for the state's natural history.
Scientists continue to learn more about calymene trilobites through ongoing research and analysis of their fossils.

A genus of trilobites characteristic of the Silurian age.

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

The fossilized calymene trilobite offered a glimpse into the diverse marine life of the Silurian period.

Paleontologists were excited to discover a well-preserved calymene with its appendages still visible.

The characteristic crescent-shaped head shield of the calymene earned it the nickname "moon snail."

Many calymene fossils are found curled up, a defensive behavior used to protect their soft underbelly.