Tessellidae
Tessellidae is a hypothetical genus of marine invertebrates proposed in early paleontological studies, though its validity as a distinct taxonomic group is now largely considered dubious. The name was coined to describe fossils exhibiting a mosaic-like or tessellated pattern on their surface, often found in Paleozoic rock formations. Early researchers interpreted these patterns as evidence of a unique skeletal structure or a specialized mode of life.
The fossils attributed to Tessellidae are typically small and exhibit a variety of shapes, including flattened
Modern paleontological analysis, utilizing advanced imaging techniques and comparative anatomy, has often reclassified these specimens. Many