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Latimeria chalumnae, coelacanth
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Latimeria chalumnae, coelacanth
A coelacanth (Latimeria chalumnae) specimen caught in the Indian Ocean in the 1960s
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This image showcases a rare and ancient specimen of the Latimeria chalumnae, also known as the Coelacanth, an enigmatic fish that was once believed to be extinct. Discovered off the coast of South Africa in 1938, this prehistoric fish, with its distinctive armored body and lung-like structures, defied scientific understanding as it belonged to a lineage of fish thought to have gone extinct over 80 million years ago. This particular specimen was caught in the Indian Ocean, likely in the waters surrounding Indonesia or Southeast Asia, during the 1960s. Its preservation in a studio setting allows us to appreciate its unique features up close, revealing the intricate details of its bony, ray-finned body and the distinctive, fleshy fins that characterize this actinopterygian, or bony fish, belonging to the superorder Coelacanthiformes and the family Latimeriidae. The Coelacanth's rediscovery in the late 1930s was a groundbreaking moment in the history of biology, as it challenged long-held assumptions about the fossil record and the evolutionary history of vertebrates. This specimen serves as a reminder of the wonders that lie beneath the waves, waiting to be discovered and understood. With its ancient origins and distinctive appearance, the Coelacanth continues to fascinate scientists and the public alike, offering a glimpse into the prehistoric world and the incredible diversity of life on our planet.
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