👉 Ichthyosaurs, a family of marine reptiles known for their large, streamlined bodies and unique adaptations. They include animals like the whale shark (Chondrichthyes), which is closely related to crocodilians. The term "ichthyosauridae" likely refers to a group of animals that share characteristics with ichthyosaurs but are not related to them in any way. Ichthyosaurs were known for their large, streamlined bodies and unique adaptations like the elongated body shape, long