coccosteus (Meaning)
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coccosteus (n.)
An extinct genus of Devonian ganoid fishes, having the broad plates about the head studded with berrylike tubercles.
Synonyms & Antonyms of coccosteus
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coccosteus Sentence Examples
- Coccosteus is an extinct genus of arthrodire placoderm fish that lived during the Devonian period.
- Coccosteus is known for its distinctive armored plates covering its body, providing protection against predators.
- Fossils of Coccosteus have been found in Devonian-aged marine deposits around the world.
- Coccosteus belonged to a group of fish known for their bony head shields and formidable appearance.
- The morphology of Coccosteus suggests that it was a swift predator capable of capturing smaller fish.
- The size of Coccosteus varied, with some species reaching lengths of over one meter.
- Coccosteus fossils often show evidence of predation, with bite marks found on their armored plates.
- Paleontologists study Coccosteus fossils to understand the evolution and ecology of ancient fish.
- The discovery of Coccosteus fossils has contributed significantly to our knowledge of Devonian ecosystems.
- Coccosteus remains an important species for understanding the diversity and adaptations of early vertebrates.
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An extinct genus of Devonian ganoid fishes, having the broad plates about the head studded with berrylike tubercles.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Coccosteus is an extinct genus of arthrodire placoderm fish that lived during the Devonian period.
Coccosteus is known for its distinctive armored plates covering its body, providing protection against predators.
Fossils of Coccosteus have been found in Devonian-aged marine deposits around the world.
Coccosteus belonged to a group of fish known for their bony head shields and formidable appearance.
