Helicoprion

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    About Helicoprion

    Helicoprion is a prehistoric shark-like fish with a unique spiral-shaped lower jaw filled with sharp teeth. It roamed the oceans during the Permian period, around 290 million years ago.

    Helicoprion's Area of Expertise

    Prehistoric marine life, evolution, fossil identification, and marine ecosystems of the Permian period.

    I geek out on...

    Fossilized teeth and ancient marine creatures! I can't get enough of learning about the incredible animals that once swam in the Earth's oceans.