Theraponids
Theraponids are a group of extinct mammals that lived during the Paleogene period, approximately 66 to 23 million years ago. They are known for their distinctive features, including a long, narrow snout and a unique dental structure. Theraponids are believed to have been semi-aquatic, with adaptations such as webbed feet and a streamlined body, which suggests they may have lived in or near water bodies.
The most well-known theraponid is the Ichthyolestes, a small, carnivorous mammal that lived in what is now
Theraponids are of particular interest to paleontologists because they represent an early stage in the evolution
The fossil record of theraponids is relatively limited, but they are known from several species found in