Woman discovers Desmostylian fossil along Oregon Coast
More than 20 million years ago, these animals were known to swim in the ocean of the Northern Pacific Ocean.
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More than 20 million years ago, these animals were known to swim in the ocean of the Northern Pacific Ocean.
More than 20 million years ago, these animals were known to swim in the ocean of the Northern Pacific Ocean.
New study challenges earlier claims about the ancient whale Perucetus colossus's massive weight, suggesting a far lighter and more plausible estimate.
The huge, 17-meter-long whale, was believed to weigh 340 metric tons – the equivalent to 150 cars piled on top of one another.
The huge, 17-meter-long whale, was believed to weigh 340 metric tons – the equivalent to 150 cars piled on top of one another.