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Wasatchites tridentinus, ammonoid
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Wasatchites tridentinus, ammonoid
An extinct, marine fossil invertebrate with a heavily ribbed, coiled shell from the class Cephalopoda belonging in the phylum Mollusca (molluscs). Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta
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In this photograph, taken by renowned Mexican paleontologist Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta, we are transported back in time to the ancient seas that once covered our planet. The focus of this image is a beautifully preserved fossil of Wasatchites tridentinus, an extinct ammonoid cephalopod belonging to the class Cephalopoda and the phylum Mollusca. Ammonoids are a diverse group of extinct molluscs characterized by their spiral shells, which are intricately ornamented with ribs and other features. Wasatchites tridentinus, in particular, is distinguished by its triangularly shaped, heavily ribbed shell, which is reminiscent of a trident, the three-pronged weapon of the Greek god Neptune. The discovery of such a well-preserved fossil is a testament to the remarkable preservation abilities of the marine environment. The intricate details of the shell's ribbing and sculpturing are clearly visible, providing valuable insights into the morphology and evolutionary history of this fascinating group of animals. Ammonoids were once abundant in the world's oceans, thriving from the Late Carboniferous to the end of the Cretaceous period, around 350 to 66 million years ago. Their extinction marked the end of the Mesozoic Era and the beginning of the Cenozoic Era. This photograph serves as a reminder of the rich biosphere that once existed and the importance of preserving our planet's natural history. The intricacies of the Wasatchites tridentinus shell, as captured by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta's lens, invite us to marvel at the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the wonders that lie hidden beneath the surface.
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