Teretulda
Teretulda is a genus of extinct marine reptiles belonging to the group of ichthyosaurs, which dominated the oceans during the Mesozoic Era. Fossil remains of Teretulda have been discovered primarily in marine sedimentary rocks from the Late Triassic period, dating back approximately 220 to 200 million years ago. The genus is notable for its relatively small size compared to other ichthyosaurs, with estimated lengths ranging from about 1.5 to 2 meters (5 to 6.5 feet).
The name *Teretulda* derives from Latin, with *teretis* meaning "cylindrical" and *ulda*, a suffix often used in
Teretulda is closely related to other early ichthyosaurs such as *Mixosaurus* and *Utatsusaurus*, sharing similarities in
Paleontological research on Teretulda continues to provide insights into the ecological and evolutionary dynamics of early