lengav

Lengav refers to a genus of extinct marine reptiles belonging to the ichthyosaur order. These creatures lived during the Triassic period, specifically in the Middle Triassic epoch, approximately 247 to 237 million years ago. Fossil evidence suggests that lengav inhabited what is now Europe, with notable discoveries in Germany.

The genus lengav is characterized by its relatively small to medium size compared to some of the larger ichthyosaurs. Their bodies were adapted for a marine environment, likely possessing a streamlined form and fins for propulsion. The exact feeding habits of lengav are not fully understood, but like many ichthyosaurs, they are presumed to have been carnivorous, preying on fish and other marine invertebrates.

The scientific understanding of lengav is primarily based on incomplete fossil remains, which has made detailed anatomical reconstruction challenging. However, ongoing paleontological research continues to shed light on their evolutionary position within the ichthyosaur lineage. The discovery of lengav contributes to our broader knowledge of early marine reptile diversification and the ecosystems of the Triassic oceans.