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Phenacodus, extinct genus of ungulate mammals
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Phenacodus, extinct genus of ungulate mammals
Phenacodus, extinct genus of ungulate mammals from the late Paleocene through middle Eocene.. Colour printed (chromolithograph) illustration by Heinrich Harder from Tiere der Urwelt Animals of the Prehistoric World, 1916, Hamburg. Heinrich Harder (1858-1935) was a German landscape artist and book illustrator
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This chromolithograph illustration, titled "Phenacodus" from the renowned German publication "Tiere der Urwelt" (Animals of the Prehistoric World), was created by the skilled hands of Heinrich Harder in 1916. Harder, a German landscape artist and book illustrator, brought this extinct genus of ungulate mammals to life with remarkable detail and accuracy. Phenacodus, meaning "new-toothed jaw," is a genus of ungulate mammals that roamed the Earth during the late Paleocene and middle Eocene periods, around 56 to 48 million years ago. These creatures were relatively small, with a body length of approximately 1.2 meters (3.9 feet) and stood at about 60 centimeters (2 feet) tall at the shoulder. The Phenacodus is depicted in this illustration with a slender, agile build, adorned with a coat of shaggy fur. Its most distinctive feature is its elongated, curved horns, which curved backward and upwards, giving it a unique and distinctive appearance. Its legs are long and slender, suggesting that it was a fast and agile creature, well-suited to its wooded environment. The Phenacodus is an important transitional species in the evolution of ungulates, as it shows many features that are characteristic of modern ungulates, such as a cloven hoof and a complex digestive system. However, it also retained some primitive features, such as a long, flexible snout, which it likely used for foraging. This stunning illustration, produced using the chromolithograph printing technique, provides a window into the past, allowing us to imagine what these fascinating creatures may have looked like in their natural habitat. The intricate details and vibrant colors bring the Phenacodus to life, making it a true masterpiece of prehistoric art.
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