Details
From the Permian (circa 299-251 million years ago), the near-complete Claudiosaurus germaini specimen in excellent state of preservation within its original limestone slab, displaying full ribcage, limbs, and curved tail.
18 x 1934 x 112in. (46 x 50.5 x 4cm.)
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Of particular note are the rows of finely preserveed teeth within the reptilian skull in profile. The Claudiosaurus is classified as a diapsid rather than a dinosaur, as evidenced by the distinctive shaping of the skull. In life the specimen's splayed feet would have been webbed, allowing for better traversal through its swampy environment.

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