How Heavy Poaching Has Led to Tuskless Elephants
Tusks are one of the most notable features of elephants, among their size and trunks. However, some elephants do not have ...
10 animals with the maximum number of teeth
The giant armadillo, a native of the South American continent can have between 80 to 100 teeth. These peg-like teeth are said ...
The Multifaceted Role of Elephant Tusks: Tools, Weapons, and Cultural Symbols
From their floppy ears to their giant trunks and massive size, there’s a lot that stands out about the elephant. Elephant ...
Complete mastodon jaw unearthed in New York after homeowner spots teeth in backyard
A complete and well-preserved jaw that once belonged to an ancient mastodon has been unearthed from the yard of a home in New ...
Mastodon Bones Found in New York Resident's Backyard
"This discovery is a testament to the rich paleontological history of New York," New York State Museum's Robert Feranec said.
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New research solves mysteries about Jumbo the elephant’s life and mysterious death
Examining Jumbo’s massive skull, paleopathologist and team member, Richard Thomas, discovered the devastating results of Jumbo’s soft diet in captivity: the elephant’s teeth did not wear down.