Mesohippus - Extinct 3-Toed Horse

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WR05
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Overview

An extinct early 3-Toed horse jaw (Mesohippus) from Sioux Co., Nebraska. Mesohippus was one of many mammals that thrived in the Early Oligocene in North America. Found in the Brule Fm. (Rupelian) 33 - 30 million years ago. A very well preserved specimen. No repair or restoration. Authenticity guaranteed. 

WR05        Size: 2"  

Name: Mesohippus 

Age:  Oligocene

Location: Sioux Co., Nebraska

Note - Posting 49 Oligocene Mammal fossils in January 2025.      Link to Oligocene Mammal Fossils

During the Early Oligocene, there were abundant land mammals in North America. Today, their fossil remains are found in the Brule Fm. The Brule Fm. is located in the northwestern US and was deposited between 33 to 30 million years ago (Rupelian age). Part of the White River Group.

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