Articles for tag: Ichthyosaur, marine reptiles, Mosasaurus, Paleontology, prehistoric oceans

the great cretaceous ocean

Ancient Marine Giants: Uncovering the Secrets of Prehistoric Ocean

April Joy Jovita

In the vast and mysterious depths of prehistoric oceans, colossal creatures once ruled the waters. These marine giants, such as the Mosasaurus and Ichthyosaur, were not only fascinating predators but also key players in the ancient marine ecosystem. Their fossils provide a glimpse into a world vastly different from our own. The Mosasaurus: Apex Predator ...

Osedax braziliensis underwater

Bone-Eating Worms Feasted on Marine Reptile Skeletons Long Before Whales

April Joy Jovita

Long before whales ruled the oceans, ancient bone-eating worms were already thriving on the seafloor, feasting on the skeletons of marine reptiles like mosasaurs, ichthyosaurs, and plesiosaurs. New fossil evidence reveals that these specialized worms, similar to modern Osedax, were boring into bones over 100 million years ago, leaving behind distinctive burrows that mark one ...