Playable Prehistoric Life Figures Made of Soft, Durable Material
A Vinyl Model of Anomalocaris, a dominant predator of prehistoric seas, recognized by its large, distinctive appendages and the flaps along its body. Made from child-friendly materials, it can be enjoyed safely in the living room or a child’s room.
Anomalocaris
Classification: Family Anomalocarididae / Genus Anomalocaris / Species Anomalocaris canadensis
Size: Body length approx. 60 centimeters
Period: Paleozoic, Cambrian
This figure depicts Anomalocaris canadensis, the best-known species in the genus, swimming with 13 pairs of lateral flaps along its body. Anomalocaris is thought to have been a dominant predator in prehistoric seas, preying on animals such as trilobites. It also had excellent vision, an important adaptation for a predator. However, some researchers suggest that its mouthparts were not strong enough to crush hard prey. Interpretations of its mouth structure and swimming method continue to be discussed.