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Canvas Print : Megatherium, giant ground sloth
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Megatherium, giant ground sloth
Skeleton of an extinct creature that roamed cool, dry, scrub and grasslands of South America 100, 000 years ago. On display at the Natural History Museum, London
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Bone Eutheria Folivora Giant Ground Sloth Mammalia Megathere Megatheriidae Megatherium Pilosa Placental Mammal Skeleton Sloth Theria Xenarthra
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Step into the realm of the past with our stunning Megatherium Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of this extinct giant ground sloth, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Prints Online, this captivating print brings the skeleton of this magnificent creature that once roamed cool, dry scrub and grasslands of South America over 100,000 years ago, into your home. Displayed proudly at the Natural History Museum in London, this Mesoamerican mammal is sure to be a conversation starter and a mesmerizing addition to any room. Order your Megatherium Canvas Print today and bring a piece of history into your living space."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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great print showcasing the impressive skeleton of the extinct Megatherium, the giant ground sloth, which once roamed the cool, dry scrub and grasslands of South America approximately 100,000 years ago. This mammal, belonging to the order Xenarthra and the family Megatheriidae, is considered one of the largest mammals ever to have existed, with some estimates suggesting it could weigh up to 15 tons and reach lengths of up to 11 meters (36 feet). Megatherium, meaning "great beast" in Greek, was a folivorous, or leaf-eating, mammal, covered in coarse, shaggy fur, and equipped with powerful claws and elongated limbs adapted for moving about on the ground. Its anatomy reveals a unique combination of features characteristic of the placental mammal order Theria, including a four-chambered stomach for efficient digestion of plant matter, and a complex skull structure with well-developed cheek teeth for grinding foliage. This skeleton, now on display at the Natural History Museum in London, offers a fascinating glimpse into the anatomy and evolutionary history of this remarkable creature. The Megatherium's presence serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity that once inhabited our planet and the importance of preserving and studying the fossil records that tell the story of life on Earth. As a member of the order Pilosa, Megatherium is also related to modern-day anteaters and sloths, sharing the distinctive feature of having a two-layered, toothless, and highly mobile tongue for extracting food from tree trunks and crevices. Despite its intimidating size, this gentle giant likely played a crucial role in shaping its ecosystem by contributing to nutrient cycling and maintaining vegetation structure. In summary, this print of the Megatherium's skeleton is a captivating reminder of the awe-inspiring diversity and complexity of the natural world, and a testament to the importance of preserving and studying our planet's rich fossil records.
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