Ancient Sea Reptiles: Plesiosaurs, ichthyosaurs, mosasaurs and more by Darren Naish
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Ancient Sea Reptiles: Plesiosaurs, ichthyosaurs, mosasaurs and more
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ISBN: 9780565095765
In the Mesozoic Era, while dinosaurs roamed on land, giant carnivorous reptiles ruled the seas. These enormous underwater creatures have enthralled the public imagination since Mary Anning discovered spectacular reptile skeletons on Dorset’s ‘Jurassic Coast’ in the early 1800s. Join palaeontologist Darren Naish on a tour of these incredible animals, ranging from shark-shaped ichthyosaurs and long-necked plesiosaurs to gigantic, predatory mosasaurs. Occupying roles similar to those of modern sharks, seals and whales, they filled the ancient oceans for a period of 180 million years. Naish reveals how these reptiles moved in water, the advantages of their soft tissue, skin and blubber, how their jaws were specialized for aquatic prey, and the sensory organs that enabled them to see, smell and hear underwater.
About The Author:
Darren Naish is an author, researcher and qualified scientist, based in England, UK, who writes about animals living and extinct. His special interests include dinosaurs, ancient marine reptiles, the flying pterosaurs, mystery animals, conservation biology and the portrayal of ancient animals in art. Dr Naish has published several books on all of these things: several more are in preparation.
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Ancient Sea Reptiles: Plesiosaurs, ichthyosaurs, mosasaurs and more by Darren Naish
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