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Illustration of the skulls of four vertebrates, fleshy-finned fish (Sarcopterygii), early tetrapod, early reptile, mammal
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Illustration of the skulls of four vertebrates, fleshy-finned fish (Sarcopterygii), early tetrapod, early reptile, mammal
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Dorling Kindersley
Media ID 13545153
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Anatomy Animal Head Animal Skull Biomedical Illustration Evolution Extinct Fish Four Animals In A Row Palaeobiology Palaeontology Paleontology Pen And Ink Prehistoric Era Reptile Skull Tetrapod Variation Vertebrate Lobe Finned Fish Sarcopterygii Watercolour Painting
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This print showcases the intricate and fascinating evolution of vertebrates through the ages. Illustrated by Dorling Kindersley, it features four distinct skulls representing different stages in the development of life on Earth. Starting from left to right, we are first introduced to a fleshy-finned fish (Sarcopterygii), an ancient creature that played a crucial role in the transition from water to land. Next, we encounter an early tetrapod, marking one of the earliest examples of animals with limbs capable of terrestrial locomotion. Moving along, we come across an early reptile skull, displaying characteristics that would eventually lead to modern-day reptiles such as lizards and snakes. Finally, at the end of this evolutionary journey stands a mammal skull - a testament to our own lineage and its remarkable adaptations over millions of years. The arrangement of these four animal heads in a row allows us to appreciate their similarities and differences while highlighting the incredible variation that exists within vertebrate species. Against a clean white background, each skull is meticulously depicted using pen and ink techniques combined with vibrant watercolor painting. This panoramic artwork not only serves as an artistic masterpiece but also provides valuable insights into palaeobiology and paleontology. It invites us to marvel at nature's ingenuity and ponder our place within this ever-evolving world.
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