The exceptionally preserved branchial skeleton of a new coelacanth from the Late Carboniferous of Texas (USA)

Key Points

• The exceptional preservation of the branchial skeleton provides key insights into the morphology of a new coelacanth species.
• Detailed anatomical studies reveal features not previously documented in coelacanth fossils from this era.
• Analysis includes fossilized remains collected from Texas, originating from the Late Carboniferous period.
• These findings highlight the potential of fossil preservation to shed light on ancient marine biodiversity.