{"title":"Permian (299.0 to 251.0 mya)","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"dimetrodon-dinosaur-skeleton-very-nice-plastic-replica-5-1-2-f3292-b66","title":"Dimetrodon Dinosaur, Skeleton, Very Nice Plastic Replica    5 1\/2\"   -   F3292 B66","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur small plastic dimetrodon bones toy is just the right size replica for a shoebox diorama. This dimetrodon skeleton model will fit in a shoe box along with examples of skeletons of prehistoric animals you might find in a museum. Create a landscape with rocks, plants, grass, make a river or stream from anything that strikes your imagination. Have them lie in the mud and there you go - a scene of early life on our planet. Our plastic toy dimetrodon skeleton is made of solid plastic and is quite durable. Be sure to take a look at our other prehistoric animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Touch, feel, and examine this plastic Dinosaur Fossil Skeleton Figure for yourself. Bring History to life with this Realistic Dimetrodon Skeleton Toy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimetrodon may look something like a dinosaur, but it is a completely different animal. For one thing, Dimetrodon lived during the Early Permian Period about 295-272 million years ago and became extinct about 60 million years before dinosaurs ever appeared. Over a dozen species of dimetrodon have been identified since the genus was described in 1878. Most have been found in the United States in Oklahoma and Texas, although Dimetrodon fossils have also been found in Germany in more recent years. The species range in size from about 2 feet to 15 feet long. Dimetrodon was one of the top predators in the Permian food chain, feeding on fish, reptiles, and amphibians.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dillon Toys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49188680925367,"sku":"F3292B66","price":4.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0765\/2383\/1479\/files\/DSC_0115__80641.1644357639.1280.1280.jpg?v=1789519091"},{"product_id":"dimetrodon-permian-period-dinosaur-museum-quality-realistic-educational-hand-painted-lifelike-design-diorama-model-replica-toy-gift-14-inches-cwg153-bb29","title":"Dimetrodon, Permian period, Dinosaur, Museum Quality, Realistic, Educational, Hand Painted, Lifelike Design, Diorama Model, Replica, Toy, Gift     14 Inches       CWG153 BB29","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimetrodon, Permian period, Dinosaur, Museum Quality, Realistic, Educational, Hand Painted, Lifelike Design, Diorama Model, Replica, Toy,  14 Inches  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Dimetrodon dinosaur is a fascinating figure in paleontology, often mistakenly grouped with the dinosaurs, but what many people don't realize is that Dimetrodon actually predates the age of the true dinosaurs by millions of years. This incredible creature, whose scientific name is Dimetrodon, belonged to a group of extinct synapsids known as pelycosaurs, making it more closely related to mammals than to reptiles like the later dinosaurs. It lived during the Early Permian period, approximately 295 to 272 million years ago. While often popularly, and incorrectly, referred to as a Dimetrodon prehistoric lizard or Dimetrodon sail-back dinosaur, its true identity lies in its unique position on the evolutionary tree. The most striking feature of the Dimetrodon is the enormous neural spine sail that ran along its back. Experts debate the exact purpose of this dramatic structure, with two primary theories emerging: it may have been used for thermoregulation in prehistoric reptiles, allowing the cold-blooded creature to rapidly heat up or cool down, or perhaps it served as a display mechanism for attracting mates or intimidating rivals, a key aspect of Dimetrodon behavior and appearance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFossils show that this was a dominant carnivore, meaning it was an apex predator of the Permian period that used its powerful jaws and distinctive heterodont teeth—hence the name Dimetrodon, meaning \"two-measure tooth\"—to hunt smaller vertebrates. Researching what Dimetrodon ate provides a glimpse into the diverse Permian ecosystem. For those studying early vertebrate evolution, the Dimetrodon is a critical example of the transition of life before the Mesozoic Era. Understanding the differences between synapsids versus dinosaurs helps clarify the timeline of ancient life on Earth. Anyone interested in prehistoric creatures with large sails will find the Dimetrodon a captivating subject for further exploration and study.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eAt Collectible Wildlife Gifts, we cater to a diverse clientele, encompassing families, friends, and educators. Our offerings have garnered the trust of professional organizations, including aquariums, zoos, and movie studios, who rely on our quality and educational value. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; color: #0000ff;\"\u003eOur extensive product line features a variety of items, ranging from plush sharks to educational resources showcasing animal growth cycles. Each product is designed not only to bring joy but also to serve as an effective tool for learning. 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Explore our collection today and discover the perfect gift that will delight recipients of all ages while nurturing their love for wildlife and learning. 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This figure is considered a museum quality replica. Highest Quality Natural Rubber.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eMoas belong to the group of large, flightless birds known as ratites. Ratites have a distinctive palate, and a sternum (breastbone) with no keel, so there is no anchor for the strong musculature needed for powered flight. The origin of these birds has recently been clarified by the discovery of numerous good fossils in North America and Europe. Ratites were once thought to have a southern origin in the ancient continent of Gondwana, but new fossil evidence shows that flying ratites inhabited the Northern Hemisphere in the Paleocene and Eocene, 40–70 million years ago. The present Southern Hemisphere distribution of ratites probably resulted from the spread of flying ancestors of the group from the north. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe earliest remains of moas in New Zealand are from the Upper Pliocene, about 1.5 million years ago. By then they were recognizably moas, but it is thought that the two subfamilies—the tall, graceful Dinornithinae and the short, stout-bodied Anomalopteryginae—may be descended from two different flying ratites that invaded New Zealand during the Tertiary. Many different classifications have been proposed for moas; some authors list as many as 27 species, others only 10. The lower figure is adopted here, following a detailed review by Atholl Anderson, because many earlier classifications depended on small differences in subfossil bone size and shape that could be due to sexual dimorphism or age differences. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThere are no accounts of living moas. All information is derived from subfossil material recovered from swamps, caves, and river beds. Moas were very large, flightless birds with long necks and long legs. Unlike surviving large ratites, the tibial bone of moa legs was longer than the tarsus, and they moved slowly. Except for bats, no mammals inhabited New Zealand, so moas had no predators before the Polynesia ns arrived and no need to flee swiftly. The height of the birds (to the back) was 3–12 ft (0.9–3.7 m) and they weighed 48–506 lb (22–230 kg). The three Dinornis species and Pachyornis elephantopus were the largest, weighing 257–506 lb (117–230 kg). 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