Kerygmachela

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Description

The Kerygmachela is a Fish that lives in Stellar Basin in The Iron Rig DLC.

Fishing

When fishing for Kerygmachela, the game utilizes the spiral minigame.

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Pursuits

  • One needed in the third part of the Scientist's Strange Specimens

Real-Life Counterpart

  • Kerygmachela is an extinct genus of primitive marine arthropod that lived during the Cambrian period, approximately 500 million years ago. Known for its unique, elongated body and distinct head structure, Kerygmachela reached lengths of up to 10 cm (4 in) and displayed a series of well-developed limbs, suggesting it was an active predator in its marine environment. Fossils of Kerygmachela have been found in Canada and are significant for understanding the early evolution of arthropods and the ecological dynamics of Cambrian seas. Its morphology indicates a lifestyle that may have included swimming and scavenging on the seafloor. The study of Kerygmachela provides valuable insights into the diversity of early life forms and the evolutionary history of arthropods, shedding light on the complexity of ancient ecosystems.

History

The Kerygmachela was originally teased in the 31st of December 2023 issue of the BSG newsletter as the following silhouette:

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