zeuglodonta (Meaning)
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zeuglodonta (n. pl.)
Same as Phocodontia.
Synonyms & Antonyms of zeuglodonta
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
zeuglodonta Sentence Examples
- Zeuglodonta is a superfamily of extinct aquatic mammals that resembled whales.
- Zeuglodonta includes six families of whale-like creatures that lived between the Eocene and Miocene epochs.
- The largest zeuglodont, Basilosaurus cetoides, reached an astonishing length of over 60 feet.
- Zeuglodonta fossils have been found in marine sediments all over the world.
- The diet of zeuglodonta consisted primarily of fish and other marine animals.
- Zeuglodonta possessed sharp teeth that were ideal for grasping and tearing their prey.
- The evolution of zeuglodonta from land-dwelling ancestors to fully aquatic predators is a fascinating tale.
- The demise of zeuglodonta approximately 28 million years ago remains a topic of debate among paleontologists.
- Zeuglodonta played a significant role in the marine ecosystem of their time, competing with sharks and other apex predators.
- The discovery of zeuglodonta fossils has provided valuable insights into the ancient history of whales and their marine ancestors.
FAQs About the word zeuglodonta
Same as Phocodontia.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Zeuglodonta is a superfamily of extinct aquatic mammals that resembled whales.
Zeuglodonta includes six families of whale-like creatures that lived between the Eocene and Miocene epochs.
The largest zeuglodont, Basilosaurus cetoides, reached an astonishing length of over 60 feet.
Zeuglodonta fossils have been found in marine sediments all over the world.
