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The study examines the metatarsal structure of giraffes, revealing that all five digits are present in the adult metatarsal, contrary to the common belief that only digits III and IV are fused. High-resolution micro-computed tomography scans of both extinct and extant Giraffidae show various morphologies, including multiple medullary cavities and distinct digit formations. These findings challenge existing hypotheses about digit loss in hoofed animals and enhance understanding of limb evolution in artiodact

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