Armored amphibian, razor-sharp teeth, ultimate predator

Cacops was an ancient amphibian that lived during the Permian period, notable for its strange appearance and unique evolutionary traits.

Living in the Permian period, more than 270 million years ago, this species appeared from the period when continents merged into the supercontinent Pangaea, before the appearance of dinosaurs. Photo: Pinterest.

Lizard-like body. Cacops has a long body, four short legs and a strong tail, making them look like a primitive lizard. Photo: wikimedia.org.

Has a distinctive rough skin. Fossils show that Cacops had a rough skin and protective dermal bones, which helped fight off predators in a dangerous environment. Photo: fineartamerica.com.

Carnivorous. Cacops was not a herbivore, but an active predator, playing an important role in the food chain of the Permian ecosystem. Photo: itc.cn.

Short skull and sharp teeth. The short skull with sharp teeth allows them to catch and hold small prey such as insects, other amphibians or small animals. Photo: researchgate.net.

They have a bony shell to protect their backs. The vertebrae and dermal bones on their backs form a natural armor, helping them defend against larger predators. Photo: free3d.com.

Lives mainly on land. Although amphibious, Cacops are more adapted to life on land, only returning to water to reproduce. Photo: ebayimg.com.

A unique example of evolution, Cacops shows the evolutionary diversity of Permian amphibians, opening up understanding of the transition between ancient groups of organisms. Photo: Pinterest.

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