Labyrinthodonta (Noun)
Meaning
Extinct amphibians typically resembling heavy-bodied salamanders or crocodiles and having a solid flattened skull and conical teeth; Devonian through Triassic.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Labyrinthodonta were a diverse group of early tetrapods that thrived in a variety of aquatic and terrestrial environments.
- The discovery of a new labyrinthodonta fossil shed light on the evolution of these enigmatic amphibians.
- Characterized by their flat skulls and conical teeth, the labyrinthodonta played a significant role in the transition from fish to tetrapods.
- One of the most fascinating labyrinthodonta was Pholidogaster, which exhibited a mix of salamander-like and crocodile-like features.
- Remains of labyrinthodonta have been found in the Triassic deposits of Europe and North America, providing valuable insights into their evolution and extinction.