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Proboscidea, Vol. 2: A Monograph of the Discovery, Evolution, Migration and Extinction of the Mastodonts and Elephants of the World; Stegodontoidea, Elephantoidea (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Eocene and Oligocene of North Africa Miocene of North Africa Miocene of Central and East Africa. Pleistocene of North Africa Pleistocene of Central and East Africa Pleistocene of South Africa. The Orient. Miocene of Baluchistan and Sind The Siwalik series (miocene - Pleistocene) of North India Pleistocene of Central India. Pleistocene of Ceylon Pleistocene of Burma Pleistocene of South China Pleistocene of indo-china. Pleistocene of the East Indies.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1528110641
- ISBN 13 9781528110648
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages938
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves deep into the fascinating world of extinct giants: the Proboscidea, the order of mammals that includes elephants, mammoths, and mastodons. Through meticulous analysis of fossil records and anatomical features, the author meticulously reconstructs the evolutionary history of these remarkable creatures, tracing their lineage from their earliest ancestors to their eventual extinction. This comprehensive exploration takes us on a journey across continents and through geological epochs, revealing the diversity and adaptations of various proboscidean species. We encounter the primitive Moeritheres of ancient Africa, the towering Deinotheres with their downward-pointing tusks, and the iconic woolly mammoths that roamed the frozen landscapes of the Pleistocene. The author's detailed descriptions and insightful comparisons illuminate the fascinating interplay between evolution, environment, and adaptation. We learn how the Proboscidea's distinctive features, such as their tusks, trunks, and massive bodies, evolved over time in response to their changing habitats and feeding habits. Ultimately, this book offers a profound appreciation for the grandeur and complexity of life on Earth, reminding us of the dynamic forces that have shaped the history of our planet and its inhabitants. 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 # 9781528110648_0
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