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Woolly Rhinoceros
The woolly rhinoceros, Coelodonta antiquitatis, thrived in icy Pleistocene landscapes. Its distinctive shaggy coat and imposing horns made it a formidable grazer, crucial to its ecosystem. This majestic creature contributed significantly to the biodiversity of the mammoth steppe, demonstrating remarkable adaptation to frigid climates.
1.54 - 1.996 kg
Weight
Length: 4.572 m; Height: 1.83 m
Size
Brown, Red
Color
Characteristics
Coelodonta antiquitatis, known as the woolly rhinoceros, was a prehistoric species adapted to the cold, harsh environments of the Pleistocene epoch. It had a thick, shaggy coat, two large horns, and a stocky build. These rhinos roamed the mammoth steppe across Europe and Asia, feeding on grasses and shrubs.
Distribution Range of the Woolly Rhinoceros
The Woolly Rhinoceros (Coelodonta antiquitatis) was primarily native to the Pleistocene epoch, with a geographical distribution across Europe and northern Asia. Its range extended from the British Isles in the west, across central and eastern Europe, and into Siberia in the east, reaching as far as the Bering land bridge.
Woolly Rhinoceros's Habitat
Environmental Conditions
The Woolly Rhinoceros inhabited the mammoth steppe, a vast, cold and dry ecosystem characterized by grassland steppes and tundra. This habitat was typically found in regions with harsh, cold climates, with long, severe winters and short, cool summers.
Ecological Niche
As a grazer, the Woolly Rhinoceros was adapted to feeding on the tough grasses and sedges of the steppe environment. Its large, robust body and thick fur provided insulation against the cold, while its specialized teeth and large horns were adapted for digging through snow to reach vegetation.
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