Desmatippus

In today's world, Desmatippus has become a topic of great interest to many people. Whether due to its relevance in society, its impact on daily life or its historical significance, Desmatippus has captured the attention of individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Since its emergence, Desmatippus has been the subject of debate, study and analysis, generating a large amount of research and opinions that seek to understand its importance and impact in different contexts. In this article, we will explore the various facets of Desmatippus, from its origin to its current influence, with the aim of providing a comprehensive view on this topic that is so relevant today.

Desmatippus
Desmatippus tyleri composite skeleton, National Museum of Natural History
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Perissodactyla
Family: Equidae
Subfamily: Anchitheriinae
Genus: Desmatippus
Scott 1893
Type species
Desmatippus crenidens
Species
  • D. avus Marsh 1874
  • D. crenidens Scott 1893

Desmatippus is an extinct, three-toed, browsing member of the Equidae. It lived in what is now North America during the Miocene period (about 23 mya to 5 mya). Desmatippus was 60 cm in height and 20 kg in weight.[1]

References

  1. ^ Bruce J. MacFadden (1994). Fossil Horses: Systematics, Paleobiology, and Evolution of the Family Equidae. Cambridge University Press. ISBN 978-0-521-47708-6.[page needed]