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ARCHAEOTHERIM

Thomas King

Adaptation

The Archaeotherim had a keen sense of smell.

Sharp teeth for chewing meat and roots.

Long legs gave it speed in running.

Had good ears for hearing it’s prey.

Appearance

The Archaeotherim was large, fanged, peccary with bumps projecting from the side of its head. It had high shoulders, presumably to carry strong neck muscles to support the heavy head.

Diet

The Archaeotherim ate roots, worms, insects and other animals.

Size

The Archaeotherim was two stories tall.

Habit

The Archaeotherim traveled alone.

Motion

The Archaeotherim walked on fours. Its long legs gave it speed in running.

Habitat

The Archaeotherim lived in North America and East Asia.

Common/Scientific name

Archaeotherim in Greek means ‘’ancient beast’’.

Enemies

The Archaeotherim’s enemy was man.

Descendents

The Archaeothim’s descendents were pigs.

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