Pliosaur Collection

Liopleurodon vertebra
A fossil vertebra from the pliosaur, Liopleurodon. These were carnivorous marine reptiles that lived during the time of the dinosaurs. This specimen was discovered in Kimmeridge, Southern England

Pliosaurus irgisensis attacking a shark

Dolichorhynchops marine reptile from the prehistoric era
Dolichorhynchops was a marine reptile plesiosaur that lived in Cretaceous seas as a predator

Pliosaurus kevani, Late Jurassic of England, United Kingdom

Kronosaurus, attacks a pod of Dolichorhynchops in Cretaceous seas
The marine reptile, Kronosaurus, attacks a pod of dolphin-like Dolichorhynchops in Cretaceous seas

Illustration of a Kronosaurus from the prehistoric era

Early Jurassic European pelagic scene with various extinct animals
Early Jurassic European pelagic scene (195, 000, 000 bp): From left; AIchthyosaurus communis, Hybodus hauffianus, Rhomaleosaurus cramptoni, Thalassiodracon hawkinsi, Eurhinosaurus longirostris

A group of Dolichorhynchops try to escape from a huge Kronosaurus
A pod of Dolichorhynchops try to escape from a huge Kronosaurus marine reptile as Asian Arowana fish swim the other way

Dolichorhynchops plesiosaurs try to evade a Dakosaurus marine reptile
A group of Dolichorhynchops plesiosaurs try to evade a Dakosaurus marine reptile in Cretaceous seas of North America

Kronosaurus is a large pliosaur reptile that lived in Cretaceous seas

Dolichorhynchops marine reptile
Dolichorhynchops was a carnivorous marine reptile that lived in the oceans of North America in the Cretaceous Period

Kronosaurus queenslandicus dives into the ocean depths

Kronosaurus was a marine reptile from the Cretaceous period
Kronosaurus was a marine reptile and one of the largest short-necked pliosaur of Cretaceous Seas

Simolestes is an extinct pliosaur from the Middle Jurassic of England
Simolestes vorax is an extinct pliosaur from the Middle Jurassic of England

Kronosaurus queenslandicus swimming in prehistoric waters

Prehistoric Animals of the Lias Group (etching)
KW421825 Prehistoric Animals of the Lias Group (etching) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Picture No. 10890766
Illustration - Pliosaur mother swimming with baby. Cretaceous. Date:

Picture No. 10890765
Illustration - Pliosaur's viviparous birth. Cretaceous Date:

Rhomdeosaurus pliosaur, fossil bones C016 / 5421
Rhomdeosaurus cramptoni pliosaur, fossil bones. Known as the Kettleness specimen, this close-up shows a section of the bones in the rear flipper of this marine reptile

Thalassiodracon hawkinsii skeleton C013 / 6465
Fossil specimen of the extinct marine reptile Thalassiodracon hawkinsii (previously Plesiosaurus hawkinsii). T. hawkinsii was a marine reptile that inhabited the seas throughout the Jurassic

Rhomdeosaurus cramptoni [Kettleness specimen]
Close-up of of a section of foot belonging to the Pliosaur, Rhomdeosaurus cramptoni. This carnivorous marine reptile descended from the plesiosaur

Pliosaurus ferox tooth
A fossil tooth that once belonged to the extinct carnivorous marine reptile, Pliosaurus ferox that lived during the Jurasic period

Rhomaleosaurus cramptoni
A cast of the earliest known Pliosaur on display in The Life Galleries, The Natural History Museum, London

Pliosaur hunting a Plesiosaur
JH-56 Pliosaur hunting a Plesiosaur John Holmes contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Liopleurodon marine reptile, artwork. This extinct reptile lived 160-155 million years ago and belonged to the pliosaur group of carnivorous marine reptiles. It measured around ten metres in length

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Step back in time to the prehistoric era and dive into the fascinating world of pliosaurs. These incredible marine reptiles, such as Liopleurodon and Pliosaurus irgisensis, ruled the ancient seas with their immense size and power. Imagine a scene where a Pliosaurus irgisensis is fearlessly attacking a shark, showcasing its dominance over other predators. But it doesn't end there; another formidable pliosaur called Kronosaurus emerges from the depths, ready to strike. This colossal creature unleashes its fury upon a pod of Dolichorhynchops, causing chaos in the Cretaceous seas. An illustration captures this moment perfectly, depicting the sheer magnitude of Kronosaurus during this epic encounter. Traveling further back in time to an early Jurassic European pelagic scene reveals various extinct animals coexisting in harmony. Among them are groups of Dolichorhynchops desperately trying to escape from a massive Kronosaurus that lurks nearby. The tension is palpable as these agile marine reptiles navigate through treacherous waters. In Late Jurassic England, we encounter yet another species known as Pliosaurus kevani. With its sharp teeth and powerful jaws, it was undoubtedly one of nature's most efficient hunters during this period. Meanwhile, Dakosaurus poses a threat to unsuspecting Dolichorhynchops plesiosaurs who must evade this fearsome predator at all costs. Survival instincts kick in as they maneuver swiftly through the water seeking safety from their relentless pursuer. Kronosaurus remains etched in history as one of the largest pliosaurs ever discovered—a true titan that roamed Cretaceous seas with unmatched strength and ferocity. The legacy of these remarkable creatures lives on through fossils like Liopleurodon vertebrae found today—remnants that allow us glimpses into our planet's distant past when dolichorhynchops and other marine reptiles reigned supreme.