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Coelacanth, Coelacanthus banffensis and Whitea sp.

Where in the World?

Map showing locations where coelacanth fossils have been found.
This map shows locations where coelacanth fossils have been found.

Coelacanths are not just widespread throughout time; they are also known from fossil remains just about everywhere on the planet you could imagine.


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