Publications by authors named "Mathys Rotonda"
Article Synopsis
- This study focused on characterizing the body plans of the Elephantidae family and comparing them with other large herbivores, including extinct species like the woolly mammoth.
- It found that mammoths differed significantly in body structure from modern elephants, showcasing an enlarged pelvis and distinct limb proportions.
- Additionally, the research highlighted evolutionary changes in the body plans of both modern perissodactyls and proboscideans compared to their Paleogene ancestors, stressing the impact of allometric growth and locomotion advancements.
