Talk:Basilosaurus

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Some researchers (cf. Gingerech) would dispute that archeocetes' hind limbs were "withered and useless" but in fact played a role in copulation. Graham 21:31, 18 Feb 2005 (UTC)

[edit] Illustration

I added an illustration, Image:Basilosaurus_illustration.jpg, which is based on this image. I hope it suffices. If not, just tell me and I'll retool it as needed. Bhumiya (said/done) 01:06, 29 May 2006 (UTC)

the picture you submitted looks too flabby and fat. basilosaurus had much less blubber than modern whales because it lived in much warmer waters.196.208.78.150 14:05, 14 August 2007 (UTC) 16:05 (CAT) August 2007

Also, this simple picture may not be enough. Can't a bit of colour or backround be added? it's too bland. T.Neo 16:32, 16 August 2007 (UTC)

[edit] A living Basilosaur?

I found this website online while doing research of basilosaurs and I found the website and see the carcass of the creature. He is the website:http://www.englishrussia.com/?p=251. What do you think?--4444hhhh (talk) 17:00, 2 February 2008 (UTC)

It looks far too short to be Basilosaurus (80 feet long), and the teeth don't look right.--Mr Fink (talk) 18:27, 2 February 2008 (UTC)