This giant rhinoceros was also known as the “Siberian unicorn,” which was thought to have gone extinct 200,000 years ago. Recent advances in dating techniques have reshaped this timeline, suggesting it survived until at least 39,000 years ago. This extended existence in Eastern Europe and Central Asia likely overlapped with early modern humans.
Elasmotherium was a colossal creature with a single horn that reached up to 84 inches (7 ft) long, making it one of the largest rhinoceros species. The dating of these fossils prompts intriguing questions about the potential interactions between these ancient giants and early humans, adding a new layer of complexity to our understanding of prehistoric ecosystems.
Distribution
China
Kazakhstan
Moldova
Russia
UkraineAnything we've missed?
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Terrestrial / Aquatic
Altricial / Precocial
Polygamous / Monogamous
Dimorphic (size) / Monomorphic
Active: Diurnal / Nocturnal
Social behavior: Solitary / Pack / Herd
Diet: Carnivore / Herbivore / Omnivore / Piscivorous / Insectivore
Migratory: Yes / No
Domesticated: Yes / No
Dangerous: Yes / No
