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These early reptiles varied in size from just a few centimeters to several feet and were among the first to explore life on land.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

However, every known fossil of this species has been surprisingly small, measuring no more than 40 centimeters in length.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

The animal measured just over 8 centimeters long and preserved a dorsal exoskeleton made up of a head shield and nine body segments.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Wrinkle structures are tiny ridges and pits ranging from millimeters to centimeters across.

From Science Daily • Mar. 8, 2026

Yakov knelt in the water, cowering with his hands over his eyes and his face centimeters from the glistening surface.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros