Description
The Plesiosaurus is a genus of extinct marine reptiles known for its distinctive long neck, small head, and large flippers, thriving during the Early Jurassic period. The Plesiosaurus is characterized by its small head, long and slender neck, and broad, turtle-like body. It had a relatively short tail and two pairs of large, elongated paddles that it used for swimming. The type species, Plesiosaurus dolichodeirus, was about 4.5 meters (15 feet) long and is one of the most well-known members of the Plesiosauria order.
