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Shanghai China Jun 2nd 2017: The fossil of Xiphactinus audax in Shanghai Natural History Museum. An extinct genus of large predatory marine bony fish that lived during the Late Cretaceous.

Xiphactinus Fossil in China

Xiphactinus is known for its sleek and slim torpedo-shaped body.

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3D illustration of a Xiphactinus

Xiphactinus 3D Illustration

Only two species have been identified in the Xiphactinus genus.

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Toronto, Ontario, Canada - February 20, 2018: Giant fish skeleton of Xiphactinus audax of the Late Cretaceous Period 85 million years old Toronto Royal Ontario Museum

Xiphactinus Fossil in Canada

Xiphactinus lived in the Western Interior Seaway and was a top predator during the Late Cretaceous Period.

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Xiphactinus, an extinct genus of large predatory marine bony fish that lived during the late Cretaceous.

Xiphactinus Fossil with Parts Labeled

Xiphactinus had a massive head with huge jaws that gave it an intimidating appearance.

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