Yunnanolepis

In today's article we will explore the impact that Yunnanolepis has had on our society. Since its appearance, Yunnanolepis has captured the attention of millions of people around the world, generating great debate and interest. From its origins to the present day, Yunnanolepis has left an indelible mark on history, influencing events, trends and decisions in various areas. Throughout this article, we will take a closer look at how Yunnanolepis has shaped our culture and how it continues to play a crucial role in our daily lives.

Yunnanolepis
Temporal range: Early-Middle Devonian
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CGI reconstruction of Y. chii
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: †Placodermi
Order: †Antiarchi
Family: †Yunnanolepididae
Genus: †Yunnanolepis
Liu, 1963
Type species
Yunnanolepis chii
Liu, 1963
Species
  • Y. bacboensis Tong-Dzuy & Janvier 1990
  • Y. chii Liu, 1963
  • Y. deprati Tong-Dzuy & Janvier 1990
  • Y. meemannae Thanh & Janvier 1994
  • Y. porifera Zhu 1996
  • Y. spinulosa Janvier & Phuong 1999

Yunnanolepis is an extinct genus of primitive antiarch placoderm. The fossils of the various species are found in Early to Middle Devonian strata in Southern China (Xishancun, Lianhuashan and Xitun Formations).


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