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Pleistocene Marsupial Lion Behavior Insights by larissa is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The study analyzes claw marks in Tight Entrance Cave, southwestern Australia, attributed to the extinct marsupial lion, Thylacoleo carnifex, revealing their climbing abilities and potential use of caves for rearing young. The analysis of over 10,000 bones indicates minimal tooth marks from marsupial lions, suggesting they were primarily flesh specialists rather than scavengers. The findings contribute to the understanding of the biology and ecology of T. carnifex, highlighting its unique adaptations and rol
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- larissa
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