Pachypleurosaurs (Reptilia: Sauropterygia) From the Lower Muschelkalk, and a Review of the Pachypleu

Pachypleurosaurs (Reptilia: Sauropterygia) From the Lower Muschelkalk, and a Review of the Pachypleurosauroidea, published as Fieldiana, Geology, new series, no. 32, presents a detailed study of pachypleurosaurs discovered in the Lower Muschelkalk. This volume provides an in-depth review of the Pachypleurosauroidea, offering significant insights into the paleontology, taxonomy, and evolutionary history of these ancient reptiles.

Authored by Kebang Lin and Olivier Rieppel, this work is essential for researchers and students in paleontology, geology, and vertebrate zoology. The study contributes valuable data and analysis to our understanding of Mesozoic marine reptiles and their ecological context. The research enhances our comprehension of early reptile evolution and the biodiversity of ancient marine ecosystems.

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