leading to the extinction of many species

Height 59 mm

Its vertebral column was reinforced with vertebrae interconnected by strong ligaments

They could open their jaws up to 90 degrees and like all entelodontids

Their disappearance highlights the vulnerability of certain species to changes in their environment and other adverse factors

Deinotherium giganteum Variant:Hand painted leading to the extinction ofDeinotherium giganteum : The forgotten colossus of the age of giants Among the colossi that populated the Neogene landscapes, one of the most enigmatic and spectacular was Deinotherium giganteum , a proboscis that, although related to modern elephants, had an unmistakable appearance and unique anatomy. Its name, which means "terrible beast," does justice to its imposing size and presence, but also reflects the awe it has generated since its discovery