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Dunkleosteus
Dunkleosteus terrelli
An armour-headed sea monster of the Devonian, up to several metres long, with self-sharpening bony blades instead of teeth.
EX · Extinct
Overview
An armour-headed sea monster of the Devonian, up to several metres long, with self-sharpening bony blades instead of teeth.
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Field data
| IUCN status | EX · Extinct |
|---|---|
| Population | — |
| Trend | unknown |
| Last assessed | — |
| Class / Order | Placodermi · Arthrodira |
| Family | Dunkleosteidae |
| Range | Fossils worldwide |
Why it matters
Evolutionary distinction
- Had one of the most powerful bites ever measured in a fish.
- Wore bony armour plating instead of scales over its head.
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Dunkleosteus art print
Museum-grade art print from the Dunkleosteus plate.
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Dunkleosteus notebook
Museum-grade notebook from the Dunkleosteus plate.
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