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Doedicurus mammals, artwork C018 / 8574
Doedicurus mammals. Artwork of prehistoric glyptodonts of the genus Doedicurus grazing on grassy plains 25, 000 years ago in what is today South America. In the background is a giant ground sloth of the genus Eremotherium. With a turtle-like shell 1.5 metres tall and weighing over two tons, Doedicurus was the largest known glyptodontid, an extinct family of heavily-armoured herbivores related to modern armadillos. Doedicurus carried a large spiked tail that could have helped protect it from large predators and other Doedicurus. Eremotherium was a megatheriid that grew to 6 metres long and weighed up to three tons
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This print showcases the prehistoric world of South America, 25,000 years ago. The artwork titled "Doedicurus mammals" transports us to a time when magnificent glyptodonts roamed the grassy plains. In this scene, we witness these incredible creatures grazing peacefully amidst an abundance of vegetation. The Doedicurus stands out with its immense turtle-like shell towering at 1.5 meters and weighing over two tons. As the largest known glyptodontid, it belonged to an extinct family closely related to modern armadillos. Its most distinctive feature is its large spiked tail, which served as both a weapon against predators and potential rivals. In the background looms another impressive creature - a giant ground sloth from the genus Eremotherium. This megatheriid was truly colossal, measuring up to six meters in length and weighing up to three tons. This extraordinary artwork not only captures the majesty of these ancient mammals but also provides valuable insights into their evolutionary history and biology. It serves as a reminder of our planet's rich natural heritage and invites us to ponder on the wonders that once existed in our world. Walter Myers' masterful illustration takes us back in time, allowing us to appreciate the diverse fauna that inhabited South America during this period of Earth's history – an era dominated by remarkable herbivores like Doedicurus and Eremotherium.
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