glyptodont (Meaning)
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glyptodont (n.)
One of a family (Glyptodontidae) of extinct South American edentates, of which Glyptodon is the type. About twenty species are known.
Synonyms & Antonyms of glyptodont
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
glyptodont Sentence Examples
- The glyptodont, an extinct armadillo-like mammal, roamed South America during the Pleistocene epoch.
- Glyptodonts were characterized by their massive, domed shells covered in bony plates.
- The largest glyptodont species, Doedicurus clavicaudatus, could grow to over 4 meters in length.
- Glyptodonts had a long, muscular tail with a club-like tip for defense.
- The powerful jaws of glyptodonts allowed them to feed on tough vegetation.
- Glyptodonts were gregarious animals that lived in herds.
- The remains of glyptodonts are found throughout South America, from Patagonia to the Amazon Basin.
- The extinction of glyptodonts occurred around 10,000 years ago, likely due to climate change and human hunting.
- A well-preserved glyptodont shell can provide valuable insights into the anatomy and behavior of these ancient creatures.
- The glyptodont is a symbol of South America's rich prehistoric past.
FAQs About the word glyptodont
One of a family (Glyptodontidae) of extinct South American edentates, of which Glyptodon is the type. About twenty species are known.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The glyptodont, an extinct armadillo-like mammal, roamed South America during the Pleistocene epoch.
Glyptodonts were characterized by their massive, domed shells covered in bony plates.
The largest glyptodont species, Doedicurus clavicaudatus, could grow to over 4 meters in length.
Glyptodonts had a long, muscular tail with a club-like tip for defense.
