Vékonyrétegkromatográfia

Vékonyrétegkrokodil is a proposed genus of extinct reptile, specifically a crocodilian, based on fossil remains found in Hungary. The name, meaning "thin-layer crocodile" in Hungarian, refers to the geological context of its discovery. The fossils are believed to date back to the Late Cretaceous period, approximately 70 to 80 million years ago.

The fossil material attributed to Vékonyrétegkrokodil is fragmentary and has led to debate among paleontologists regarding its precise taxonomic placement. Some studies suggest it may represent a basal form of Eusuchia, the group that includes all modern crocodilians, or potentially a member of an extinct lineage. Its exact evolutionary relationships are not yet fully understood due to the limited nature of the evidence.

The discovery of Vékonyrétegkrokodil contributes to our understanding of crocodilian diversity during the Cretaceous in Europe. It highlights the presence of specialized reptilian fauna in the Tethys region, an ancient sea that once separated Europe and Africa. Further discoveries and detailed analysis of existing specimens will be crucial for a more definitive classification and understanding of this extinct crocodilian.