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Conocoryphe is an extinct genus of Middle Cambrian trilobites in the family Conocoryphidae. Fossils are known from regions that include the Czech Republic, France, Spain, Turkey, and Wisconsin, and many species are characterized by reduced or absent eyes, although the genus also records variation in eye development. It is studied as a benthic marine arthropod and as part of the Cambrian diversification of trilobites.
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What is Conocoryphe?
Conocoryphe is an extinct genus of Middle Cambrian trilobites in the family Conocoryphidae. Its fossils are known from places including the Czech Republic, France, Spain, Turkey, and Wisconsin.
Did Conocoryphe have eyes?
Many Conocoryphe species had reduced or absent eyes, which is an unusual feature among trilobites. The genus was not uniformly eyeless, however, because some species retained eyes.
When did Conocoryphe live?
Conocoryphe lived during the Middle Cambrian, more than 500 million years ago. It belonged to marine trilobite communities that lived on the seafloor.
Where have Conocoryphe fossils been found?
Reported fossils come from several regions, including Europe, Turkey, and North America. The Czech Republic, France, Spain, Turkey, and Wisconsin are among the known locations.
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