{"product_id":"dickinsonia-prehistoric-creature-plush-soft-lifelike-and-perfect-for-science-lovers-stt-cnid002","title":"Dickinsonia Plush – Lifelike and Soft Stuffed Prehistoric Creature for Science Lovers","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring ancient history to life with the Dickinsonia Plush by SoftDaysLab! Inspired by one of Earth's earliest creatures, this soft, lifelike plush showcases Dickinsonia's iconic rib-like patterns. Ideal for science lovers and paleontology enthusiasts, it’s a unique gift or decor piece that sparks curiosity and wonder. Add prehistoric charm to your collection today!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnimal Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDickinsonia\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fascinating member of the Ediacaran biota, is one of Earth's earliest known complex organisms, dating back over 550 million years. Found in fossil-rich sites like South Australia and Russia, this flat, ribbed creature could grow up to 1 meter long. Its body was segmented and bilaterally symmetrical (or possibly glide-reflected), resembling a primitive pancake with ribs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientists have long debated its classification—suggesting it could be a jellyfish, lichen, or even a giant protist. However, recent studies, including fossilized traces and the discovery of cholesterol (a hallmark of animals), point to it being one of the earliest animal relatives, potentially a stem-bilaterian. Dickinsonia absorbed nutrients through its underside, likely feeding on microbial mats covering the ancient seabed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile its exact placement in the tree of life remains mysterious, its unique anatomy and the clues it left behind make Dickinsonia a captivating window into life over half a billion years ago!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"mysite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63456329990225,"sku":"STT-CNID002-","price":29.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1080\/7859\/6177\/files\/STT-CNID002-001.png?v=1794188441","url":"https:\/\/softdays.store\/products\/dickinsonia-prehistoric-creature-plush-soft-lifelike-and-perfect-for-science-lovers-stt-cnid002","provider":"SoftDays","version":"1.0","type":"link"}