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Big-bone Lick, so celebrated for the remains of unknown animals that have been found buried there, is situated in a small valley in Boone county, in the northern part of Kentucky, within two miles of the left bank of the Ohio, about half way down; eighty miles distant, northerly, from Lexington, and twenty south-westerly from Cincinnatti, in Ohio.
By licks are meant, in the western country, springy places, naturally affording salt, in search of which, the various species of herbivorous animals, both wild and domestic, resort to them in great numbers. At Big-bone Lick, the salt is deposited from numerous springs, rising through the soil over a surface of several acres. There are likewise several streams of fresh water, that enter the valley from different sides; and these uniting, form a small river, which, taking a southerly course, discharges itself at the distance of twelve miles, into the Ohio.
The quantity of fossil bones which appear to have been brought together at this place, and deposited within a very small area, is truly wonderful. An authentic account of all that have been found during the last ninety years, such as might enable us to make some estimate of the number of individuals, at least of the larger animals, whose remains were here intermingled, as well as to form some probable conjecture respecting the circumstances under which they perished, and to which they owe their assemblage in this spot, would be at this day most desirable to possess. But it is too late to hope for this. Quantities almost exceeding belief, and of which no record has been kept, have within that period been carried off, and dispersed, no one can now tell whither.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1332160077
- ISBN 13 9781332160075
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages40
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on an enthralling journey to Big-Bone Lick, a valley in Kentucky renowned for its remarkable fossil discoveries. It delves into the fascinating history of exploration at the site, chronicling the efforts of early explorers like Longueil and Croghan, who unearthed the first fossilized remains. The author meticulously details the discoveries of various individuals and institutions, tracing the evolution of scientific understanding of the ancient animals whose remains are found there. The book provides a detailed account of the fossil species uncovered at Big-Bone Lick, with a particular focus on the mastodon and elephant. It explores the astonishing quantities of bones and teeth attributed to these extinct giants, offering insights into their life and death. The author meticulously describes the bones and teeth discovered, comparing them with those found elsewhere in the world, and theorizes about the possible circumstances that led to their accumulation in this specific location. The book goes beyond a mere cataloguing of fossils, delving into the broader geological and historical context of the site. The author also discusses the presence of other ancient creatures at Big-Bone Lick, including the Megalonyx, a giant sloth, and Bos Bombifrons, an extinct type of bison, showcasing the unique diversity of prehistoric life that once thrived in this region. Through its thorough exploration of the fossil remains, the book provides valuable insights into the rich history of life on the North American continent. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332160075_0
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