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Kirotoan is a genus of prehistoric marine reptiles that lived during the Cretaceous period, from around 145 to 66 million years ago. The first fossils of the genus were discovered in Japan in the early 20th century.

Kirotoan was a type of marine reptile, most likely a monitor lizard or a teleosaur, a group of semi-aquatic reptiles that lived in the oceans during the Mesozoic era. Fossil evidence suggests that kirotoans had a long, narrow snout, and their bodies were adapted for aquatic life, with paddle-like limbs and a streamlined body shape.

Several species of kirotoan have been described, including Kirotoan fragili, Kirotoan terredecim, and Kirotoan indicus. The exact relationships between these species are still a subject of scientific study and debate.

Kirotoans were likely apex predators in their ecosystem, feeding on a variety of fish, squid, and other marine animals. Their aquatic lifestyle and adaptations suggest that they may have been semi-submerged predators, able to hunt and move through the water with ease.

The fossil record of kirotoans is patchy, with few well-preserved specimens available for study. This has made it difficult for scientists to reconstruct the life history and behavior of these ancient reptiles. However, ongoing research and new discoveries continue to shed light on the biology and ecology of kirotoans.