Basilosaurus Low-poly 3D model

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DinoEcho

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Basilosaurus, the majestic marine giant of the Eocene epoch, emerges as a remarkable and enigmatic cetacean from the prehistoric seas. This serpentine leviathan, although bearing the name king lizard, was, in fact, an early whale, showcasing the evolutionary transition from land to sea.Measuring up to 60 feet in length, Basilosaurus is a testament to the wonders of cetacean evolution. Its elongated body, reminiscent of a sea serpent, propelled it through ancient oceans with grace and power. Despite its name, Basilosaurus is not a lizard but rather an early whale with a streamlined form and vestigial hind limbs.The fossilized remains of Basilosaurus provide valuable insights into the evolutionary journey of whales. Its limb morphology suggests a transitional phase, underscoring the shift from terrestrial life to a fully aquatic existence. The elongated tail and streamlined body speak to its adaptation to a marine lifestyle, marking a crucial stage in the evolutionary timeline of cetaceans.

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cgtrader Platform
Animated
Rigged
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VR / AR / Low-poly
PBR
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UV Mapping
Unwrapped UVs: mixed
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Polygons: 28000
Vertices: 28000

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Paleontology Naturalhistory Jurassicworld Ancientoceans Basilosaurus Fossildiscovery Eoceneepoch Marinegiant Prehistoricwhale Cetaceanevolution Whalewonder Evolutionarytransition Nature Whale Animals Mammal

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