Shonisaurus Collection

Shonisaurus marine reptile, artwork
Shonisaurus marine reptile. Artwork of a Shonisaurus hunting a shoal of belemnites. This extinct reptile lived 215 million years ago

A large Nothosaurus reptile preys on Shonisaurus Ichthyosaurs in Triassic seas
An enormous Nothosaurus aquatic reptile hunts down a group of Shonisaurus ichthyosaurs in Triassic seas

Shonisaurus was a genus of ichthyosaur from the Triassic period
Shonisaurus was a genus of ichthyosaur found in the Luning Formation of Nevada, USA. It dates to the late Triassic period, about 215 million years ago

Shonisaurus popularis swimming in prehistoric waters

Shonisaurus, a prehistoric ichthyosaur from the Triassic period
Shonisaurus is a prehistoric ichthyosaur from the Triassic period

Shonisaurus, a prehistoric ichthyosaur from the Triassic age
Illustration of a Shonisaurus, a prehistoric ichthyosaur from the Triassic age

A Shonisaurus Ichthyosaur stabs a Coelacanth fish in Triassic seas
A Shonisaurus Ichthyosaur stabs a Coelacanth fish trying to get away from these predators in a Triassic ocean

Shonisaurus hunting Cymbospondylus in Triassic waters
Shonisaurus ichthyosaur was an enormous marine reptile that hunted prey such as Cymbospondylus in the Late Triassic Period

A massive Shonisaurus attempts to make a meal of a school of squid-like Belemnites
A massive, 30-ton Shonisaurus, the largest known ichthyosaur (marine reptile) attempts to make a meal of a school of squid-like Belemnites

Shonisaurus marine reptile fish isolated on white background

Shonisaurus marine reptile, artwork F007 / 7533
Shonisaurus extinct marine reptile, computer artwork

Shonisaurus marine reptile, artwork F007 / 7532
Shonisaurus extinct marine reptile, computer artwork

Shonisaurus marine reptile, artwork F007 / 7534
Shonisaurus extinct marine reptile, computer artwork

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Swimming through prehistoric waters, the majestic Shonisaurus reigns as a formidable marine reptile of the Triassic period. With its sleek and streamlined body, this ancient ichthyosaur captivates our imagination. As a genus of ichthyosaur, Shonisaurus was known for its impressive size and dominance in the seas. In the depths of Triassic oceans, Shonisaurus faced fierce competition from other predators. A large Nothosaurus reptile lurked nearby, ready to prey on unsuspecting Shonisaurus Ichthyosaurs. These intense battles for survival shaped the dynamics of these ancient ecosystems. Amongst its contemporaries, such as Cymbospondylus and Belemnites, Shonisaurus stood out with its hunting prowess. It would fearlessly engage in encounters with these creatures; stabbing Coelacanth fish or attempting to make a meal out of schools of squid-like Belemnites. Artistic renditions bring this incredible creature back to life before our eyes. Whether it's swimming gracefully in prehistoric waters or depicted in isolated beauty against a white background, we can't help but marvel at the grandeur of this prehistoric icon. Shonisaurus reminds us that even millions of years ago, nature had already crafted magnificent creatures capable of ruling their watery domains. Through fossils and artwork alike, we continue to uncover secrets about this enigmatic marine reptile from the Triassic age.