Ctenopristis
| Ctenopristis Temporal range: Maastrichtian | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Chondrichthyes |
| Order: | Pristiformes |
| Genus: | Ctenopristis |
| Binomial name | |
| Ctenopristis nougareti Ctenopristis nougareti Arambourg, 1940 | |
Ctenopristis is a prehistoric genus of saw fish whose fossils are found in rocks dating from the Maastrichtian stage. The anterior teeth of Ctenopristis have a high cusp compared to certain other ancient sawfish genera. Ctenopristis fossils can be found in early Maastrichtian strata in Jordan.
Classification
Species
- Ctenopristis nougareti
See also
- Flora and fauna of the Maastrichtian stage
- List of prehistoric cartilaginous fish (Chondrichthyes)