gorgonensis
Gorgonensis is a genus of prehistoric marine reptiles belonging to the family Gorgonopsidae, which lived during the late Permian period, approximately 260 to 252 million years ago. Although initially classified within early synapsids, recent classifications often consider it part of the non-mammalian therapsids, showcasing characteristics that reflect a transitional evolutionary stage between reptilian ancestors and early mammals.
Fossils of gorgonensis have been primarily discovered in regions that are now part of South Africa and
The significance of gorgonensis lies in its contribution to understanding the diversity and evolutionary relationships of
Due to the fragmentary nature of its fossils, ongoing research continues to refine its taxonomy and ecological