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Tooth from a woolly mammoth
Tooth from an extinct woolly mammoth, specimen from the Natural History Museum, London
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Elephantidae Elephantoidea Epitheria Eutheria Herbivore Mammalia Mammoth Mammuthus Placental Mammal Proboscidea Proboscidean Teeth Theria Tooth Woolly Woolly Mammoth
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1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: The Woolly Mammoth's Tooth - A Testament to an Extinct Giant 2.. This plate showcases a remarkable relic from the past - a tooth belonging to a Woolly Mammoth (Mammuthus primigenius). Housed in the esteemed Natural History Museum in London, this ancient specimen offers a tangible connection to one of history's most intriguing creatures. The Woolly Mammoth, a member of the Proboscidean family, was a massive herbivore that roamed the Earth during the Pleistocene epoch, approximately 700,000 to 4,000 years ago. This tooth, with its distinctive root structure and large, bulbous crown, is a testament to the mammoth's anatomy and the evolutionary history of the elephantidae, a suborder of the larger order of mammals known as the Mammalia, or placental mammals. The Woolly Mammoth, a close relative of modern elephants, was well-adapted to its cold, icy environment. Its thick coat of fur, long curved tusks, and large, wide feet were all essential features that enabled it to survive in the harsh conditions of the Ice Age. This tooth, with its robust structure, would have played a crucial role in the mammoth's daily life, allowing it to grind and process the vast quantities of vegetation necessary for its survival. As a member of the Epitheria, a subclass of the larger group Theria, the Woolly Mammoth shares a common ancestry with all placental mammals, including humans. This tooth, a relic from a time long past, serves as a reminder of the intricate web of life that has shaped our planet and the incredible diversity of species that have graced it. In the present day, the study of the Woolly Mammoth's tooth and other fossilized remains continues to provide valuable insights into the natural world and the evolutionary history of our planet. This fascinating specimen, preserved for future generations, offers a glimpse into the past and a reminder of the wonders that lie hidden within the annals of time.
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