Dastilbe facts for kids
Dastilbe was a type of ancient bony fish that lived millions of years ago. These fish were usually about 25 to 60 millimeters long. Some could grow up to 150 millimeters, which is about the length of a small pencil.
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Life in Ancient Waters
Dastilbe was a fascinating fish because of its unique lifestyle. Scientists believe it was an anadromous fish. This means it spent most of its life in the ocean, just like some salmon do today. However, when it was time to lay eggs and have babies, it would swim from the salty sea into fresh water, like rivers or lakes.
What Did Dastilbe Eat?
Dastilbe was a predator, meaning it hunted other animals for food. Larger Dastilbe fish would eat smaller fish. It's also thought that they might have been cannibalistic, meaning bigger Dastilbe sometimes ate smaller Dastilbe.
Where Did Dastilbe Live?
Fossils of Dastilbe have been found in different parts of the world, showing where these ancient fish once swam. Many fossils have been discovered in Brazil, especially in a place called the Crato Formation. This area is famous for its well-preserved fossils from the Early Cretaceous period.
The Cretaceous Period
Dastilbe lived during the Early Cretaceous period. This was a time when dinosaurs roamed the Earth, about 125 to 113 million years ago. Finding Dastilbe fossils helps scientists understand what life was like in the ancient oceans and freshwaters during this exciting time in Earth's history.
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In Spanish: Dastilbe para niños
