Definitions
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- proper noun a
taxonomic subclass , withinclass Reptilia (or aclass withinsuperclass Tetrapoda ) - the extinct “mammal -like ”reptiles
Etymologies
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Were we focus on the "Synapsida" in all its glory, we could potentially have such basal taxa as Ophiacodon right next to Mammuthus or Canis.
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As you know, the topic is "Synapsida," but I'm afraid we're limiting that somewhat.
Archive 2009-04-01 ART Evolved 2009
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Were we focus on the "Synapsida" in all its glory, we could potentially have such basal taxa as Ophiacodon right next to Mammuthus or Canis.
Archive 2009-04-01 ART Evolved 2009
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As you know, the topic is "Synapsida," but I'm afraid we're limiting that somewhat.
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Amniota consists of and contains Synapsida and Sauropsida.
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We further hypothesize that the descendants form two groups: Synapsida and Sauropsida.
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Amniota = {common ancestor, Synapsida, Sauropsida}
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It is obtained by removing clades Aves and Synapsida (which includes Mammalia) from Amniota.
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Synapsida is as diverse a brand as Sauropsida they are sister groups, after all.
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Synapsida is as diverse a brand as Sauropsida they are sister groups, after all.
Archive 2009-04-01 ART Evolved 2009
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