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Sebecosuchia

fossil reptile suborder
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The Sebecosuchia were a suborder of extinct fossil reptiles that existed from the Late Cretaceous to the Miocene epochs. These ancient creatures are classified within the order Crocodylia, which also includes modern crocodiles.12

Key characteristics of Sebecosuchia include:
* A skull with flattened sides.1
* Internal nostrils (choanae) located in a depression within the anterior part of the pterygoids, which are bones on the lower part of the cranium.12

This suborder represents a distinct evolutionary branch within the crocodile lineage, showcasing unique cranial features compared to other fossil and living crocodilians.12

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  1. crocodile - Paleontology
  2. crocodile - Annotated classification

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