1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
[O06-P54] Exploring the way of life in old days from a three-dimensional model of Trigonia
Keywords:Trigonia, Paleoecology, three-dimensional model
Trigonia, a bivalve that lived in the intertidal zone of the ocean from the Jurassic
to the Cretaceous, has been extensively studied, but there are many unclear points regarding its characteristic areas, discs, and the role of protrusions on its surface. In this study, three-dimensional models were created, and the life form and living environment of Trigonia were examined from their characteristics. In the experiments, comparisons were made between the presence or absence of projections and the size of areas, etc., and considerations were made based on the data obtained. In addition, comparison with native species was also performed, and the superiority of the shape was also considered. At this stage, it is suggested that the protrusions were useful for improving Trigonia's holding power to the sand, and it was also found that Area may have maintained Trigonia's posture against water currents and sand.
to the Cretaceous, has been extensively studied, but there are many unclear points regarding its characteristic areas, discs, and the role of protrusions on its surface. In this study, three-dimensional models were created, and the life form and living environment of Trigonia were examined from their characteristics. In the experiments, comparisons were made between the presence or absence of projections and the size of areas, etc., and considerations were made based on the data obtained. In addition, comparison with native species was also performed, and the superiority of the shape was also considered. At this stage, it is suggested that the protrusions were useful for improving Trigonia's holding power to the sand, and it was also found that Area may have maintained Trigonia's posture against water currents and sand.