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Wildlife of the Miocene era, artwork
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Wildlife of the Miocene era, artwork
Wildlife of the Miocene era, artwork. The Miocene era is the period from around 23 to 5 million years ago. The animals shown are: a giant land tortoise (Cheirogaster bolivari, bottom left), four prehistoric rhinoceroses (Hispanotherium matritense, centre), four prehistoric horses (Anchitherium sp. centre left), and two bear-dog animals (Amphicyon sp. lower right). The latter are fighting over a carcass. Two deer-like animals are at far right. This scene is based on fossils found in the Iberian Peninsula, at the Casa de Campo site
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This artwork titled "Wildlife of the Miocene era" takes us back in time to a prehistoric landscape teeming with fascinating creatures. The scene, based on fossils found in the Iberian Peninsula at the Casa de Campo site, showcases an array of ancient animals that once roamed these lands millions of years ago. In the foreground, we are greeted by a giant land tortoise, Cheirogaster bolivari, its massive shell providing protection as it grazes on vegetation. Moving towards the center, four prehistoric rhinoceroses known as Hispanotherium matritense dominate the frame. These magnificent beasts stand tall and powerful against a backdrop of lush bushes and scrubland. To their left are four prehistoric horses called Anchitherium sp. , gracefully galloping across this ancient savannah. In contrast, lower right corner captures two bear-dog animals from Amphicyon sp. , engaged in a fierce battle over a carcass—a testament to their carnivorous nature. Completing this mesmerizing tableau are two deer-like creatures standing at far right, adding elegance to this primeval scene. The attention to detail and accuracy in depicting these extinct species is truly remarkable. Through this artwork's lens, we gain insight into the rich biological diversity that once thrived during the Miocene era—where herbivores grazed peacefully alongside fearsome predators. It serves as a reminder of our planet's ever-changing history and invites us to marvel at the wonders that lie buried deep within Earth's past.
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