Anomalocaridid Model (IMAGE)

Yale University

Anomalocaridid Model

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Anomalocaridids had long, spiny head limbs presumably used to snag prey, and a series of blade-like filaments in segments across the animal’s back, which scientists think might have functioned as gills.

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Esben Horn

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