Pickeringi

Pickeringi is a genus of extinct ray-finned fish that lived during the Early Cretaceous period. These fish are known from fossilized remains found in various locations, particularly in Europe. They are characterized by their distinct fin structures and tooth arrangements, which have been instrumental in their classification.

The genus Pickeringi is part of the order Albuliformes, which includes modern bonefishes and their extinct relatives. Fossil discoveries have provided insights into the paleoenvironment of Pickeringi, suggesting they inhabited freshwater or brackish water environments. The preservation of skeletal remains allows paleontologists to study their morphology in detail, contributing to our understanding of early teleost fish evolution.

Research on Pickeringi has focused on comparative anatomy, evolutionary relationships, and paleoecology. The discovery of new specimens continues to refine our knowledge of this ancient lineage and its place within the broader history of fish life on Earth.