Deinotherium giganteum Scale:1:20 approximately 98 million years ago

approximately 98 million years ago

Its wings were small compared to its robust body and lower limbs

designed to withstand the force of powerful muscles that propelled a crescent-shaped tail

Height 151mm

Deinotherium giganteum Scale:1:20 approximately 98 million years agoDeinotherium giganteum : The forgotten colossus of the age of giants Among the colossi that populated the Neogene landscapes, one of the most enigmatic and spectacular was Deinotherium giganteum , a proboscis that, although related to modern elephants, had an unmistakable appearance and unique anatomy. Its name, which means "terrible beast," does justice to its imposing size and presence, but also reflects the awe it has generated since its discovery