Fossil fish Lycoptera sp. from China au/Kalti-Paarti-Introduction

au/Kalti-Paarti-Introduction

Each poster is double sided

They are a species that pairs for life and have been recorded living up to 41 years

The model splits open to show vocal cords

By doing this the artist reveals the blue grey layers below the outer layer of the shell

Fossil fish Lycoptera sp. from China au/Kalti-Paarti-IntroductionThese fish were abundant in fresh water in present day China during the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. They are typically found in the preserved sediments and often in groups. This specimen has a complete fossil on one side and an almost complete example on the reverse, together with four partial skeletons. The whole slice measures 24cm x 12cm at the widest points. A lovely example of the species and a nice group of specimens.