Vammaus

Vammaus is a genus of extinct marine reptiles that lived during the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 99 to 94 million years ago. The genus is known from a single species, Vammaus tethys, which was discovered in the Tethys Sea, an ancient ocean that existed during the Mesozoic era. Vammaus is notable for its unique combination of features, including a long, slender body, a large head with a distinctive beak, and a long, whip-like tail. The tail is believed to have been used for propulsion and maneuverability in the water. Vammaus is also known for its distinctive teeth, which are small, conical, and arranged in a single row along the upper jaw. The teeth are believed to have been used for capturing and holding prey. Vammaus is considered to be a member of the mosasaur family, a group of large marine reptiles that were widespread during the Mesozoic era. The genus is named after the Vammala Formation in Finland, where the first fossils were discovered. Vammaus is an important fossil find, as it provides valuable insights into the evolution of marine reptiles and their adaptations to life in the ocean.