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10-Foot Plesionectes Fossil Reveals Jurassic Marine Diversity
8/8/2025
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- A remarkable fossil of the marine reptile Plesionectes longicollum has been unearthed in Jurassic Germany, measuring an impressive 10 feet long. Dating back 183 million years, its distinct skeletal traits highlight a richer diversity of reptiles in the Posidonia Shale, shedding light on the evolution of marine ecosystems amid dramatic environmental shifts.
