What is the meaning of the word "uintatherium"?
Uintatherium serves as an iconic example of the remarkable diversity and evolutionary experimentation of large mammals during the Eocene epoch.
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A prehistoric genus of large herbivorous mammals that lived during the middle to late Eocene epoch, characterized by its massive size, elongated skull with six horn-like projections, and large canine teeth. NOUN
- A life-sized model of Uintatherium, with its characteristic horns and tusks, is a highlight of the museum's Eocene exhibit.
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An extinct genus of herbivorous mammals that lived during the Eocene epoch. NOUN
- The discovery of Uintatherium fossils provided important evidence of the diversity of large herbivorous mammals in the Eocene.
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The largest land animals of their time and were found mainly in North America. NOUN
- Uintatherium's unique skull features suggest a complex evolutionary history among early mammals, with significant adaptations for defense and feeding.