Saivodus

Saivodus is an extinct genus of ctenacanthiform fish that existed during the Carboniferous and Permian periods. Fossils have been found in Ireland, Scotland, England, Belgium, Morocco, and the United States.

Taxonomy

Saivodus was erected in 2006. The single species belonging to this genus was formerly included in the unrelated genus Cladodus.

Description

Saivodus is the largest known member of its group measuring or more in total body length, possibly even up to, based on individual teeth about or more in length. The shape of the teeth suggest it targeted soft-bodied prey.