The Dunkleosteus was the dominant carnivorous predator during the Devonian Period. It was a member of
the Placoderm family which was characterized by their bony plates on the outside of their heads. The Dunkleosteus became extinct at the end of the Devonian in a mass extinction. It left no descendants and lasted only 50 million years.
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Naranjo Museum of Natural History
| Tickets | Price |
|---|---|
| Age 3 & under | Free |
| Age 4 to 18 | $5.00 |
| Adults | $8.00 |
Hours of Operation
Monday: Closed
Tues. - Sat.: 10 AM to 6 PM
Sunday: 1 PM to 6 PM
Final Admission: 5 PM
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