This slender fish was known as an Aspidorhynchus. Its name derives from Ancient Greek, meaning ‘ shield snout’, due to its appearance, in that it had a spike at the end of its upper jaw. Like the vast majority of fish, the Aspidorhynchus was a genus of the Actinopterygii class – which are ray finned fish. This is as opposed to the other class of fish, Sarcopterygii – lobe finned fish. It was a fast-swimming fish with heavy scales and its upper jaw was longer than its lower jaw, hence the appearance of a snout. In appearance it is similar to modern-day gars, however they are not related genealogically.
Aspidorhynchus Fish Fossil Specimen
£ 195.00
An elongated and slender fossil of a Aspidorhynchus Fish, surrounded by a rocky membrane. Its entire body remains preserved, with its scales, tail, fin and spike all visible and well defined. The reverse of the rocky membrane is slightly rounded and relatively smooth.
Period: Cretaceous Period
Provenance: From a Surrey gentleman's collection (DG), purchased on the London Art Market from an ADA member, formed 1990's onward.
Condition: Excellent condition - there is one chip on its head and a very minor chip to its tail.
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Weight | 3300 g |
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Dimensions | L 46 x W 9.5 cm |
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