Evolutionary Relationships of the Three Fossil Marine Reptiles (IMAGE)

Lund University

Evolutionary Relationships of the Three Fossil Marine Reptiles

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This photo shows the evolutionary relationships of the three fossil marine reptiles examined in the study. Note that each lineage independently became secondarily aquatically adapted. Black branches indicate life in the sea, whereas white branches symbolize life on land.

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Illustration by Ryan M. Carney

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