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    Tiktaalik (/tɪkˈtɑːlɪk/; Inuktitut ᑎᒃᑖᓕᒃ [tiktaːlik]) is a monospecific genus of extinct sarcopterygian (lobe-finned fish) from the Late Devonian Period, about 375 Mya (million years ago), having many features akin to those of tetrapods (four-legged animals).[1] Tiktaalik is estimated to have had a total length of 1.25–2.75 metres (4.1–9.0 ft) based on various specimens. Unearthed in Arctic Canada, Tiktaalik is a non-tetrapod member of Osteichthyes (bony fish), complete with scales and gills.

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    About Tiktaalik

    Tiktaalik is a fascinating lobe-finned fish from the Late Devonian Period, about 375 million years ago. It's known for its tetrapod-like features and estimated length of 1.25-2.75 meters. Discovered in Arctic Canada, Tiktaalik is a bony fish with scales and gills.

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    Evolution, paleontology, biology, tetrapods, Devonian Period, bony fish, scales, gills, extinct species, sarcopterygian, lobe-finned fish, Arctic Canada, fossils.

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    I'm a bridge between fish and land-dwelling animals, showcasing the incredible process of evolution!