Thylacoleo - Wikipedia
WEBThylacoleo ("pouch lion") is an extinct genus of carnivorous marsupials that lived in Australia from the late Pliocene to the Late Pleistocene (until around 40,000 years ago), often known as marsupial lions. They were the largest and last members of the family Thylacoleonidae, occupying the position of apex predator within Australian ecosystems.
Thylacoleo carnifex - The Australian Museum
WEBThylacoleo carnifex is the last and largest member of the Thylacoleonidae ('marsupial lions'). Distinguishing features of thylacoleonids include enlarged cheek teeth (the third premolars) that formed long shearing blades.
Thylacoleo (Marsupial Lion) - Facts and Figures - ThoughtCo
WEBMay 15, 2019 · Habitat: Plains of Australia. Historical Epoch: Pleistocene-Modern (2 million-40,000 years ago) Size and Weight: About five feet long and 200 pounds. Diet: Meat. Distinguishing Characteristics: Leopard-like body; powerful jaws with sharp teeth. About Thylacoleo (the Marsupial Lion)
Thylacoleonidae - Wikipedia
WEBThe best known is Thylacoleo carnifex, also called the marsupial lion. [3] The clade ranged from the Late Oligocene to the Late Pleistocene, with some earlier species the size of a possum, while the youngest members of the family belonging to the genus Thylacoleo reached sizes comparable to living big cats.
Thylacoleo carnifex | VAMP - Flinders University
WEBMarsupial ‘lion’ Thylacoleo carnifex is the largest known mammalian carnivore ever to live in Australia. First described by Sir Richard Owen in 1859, the discovery of multiple complete skeletons in the late 20th century showed it to be a unique and fascinating predator.
Thylacoleo: The Fierce Marsupial Lion of Ancient Australia
WEBThylacoleo carnifex, also known as the marsupial lion, was a formidable predator that lived in Australia during the Pleistocene epoch. It was about the size of a large dog, with a body length of up to 1.5 meters and a weight of around 100 kilograms.
Thylacoleo - Prehistoric Wildlife
WEBPhonetic: Fy-lak-o-lee-oh. Named By: Richard Owen - 1859.. Classification: Chordata, Mammalia, Marsupialia, Diprotodontia, Thylacoleonidae. Species: T. carnifex (type), T. crassidentatus, T. hilli. Diet: Carnivore. Size: Largest species (T. carnifex) up to 75 ...
Exploring the Mysterious Thylacoleo: Australia's Extinct Marsupial Lion ...
WEBSep 4, 2023 · The Thylacoleo, also known as the marsupial lion, was a unique and formidable predator that once roamed the Australian continent. With its powerful build, sharp teeth, and retractable claws , it was a top predator in its ecosystem .
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First Complete Skeleton of Australia's Extinct Marsupial Lion | NOVA | PBS
WEBDec 12, 2018 · Thylacoleo carnifex— commonly called the marsupial lion—wasn't really very much like a lion at all, a new study shows. This carnivore's stiff back and robust, inflexible tail instead...
Behold Thylacoleo, Australia's Extinct Giant Marsupial "Lion"
WEBDec 12, 2018 · Nicknamed the marsupial lion for its size and formidable teeth, T. carnifex roamed Australia for roughly 2 million years, going extinct only about 40,000 years ago. Thylacoleo was first described in the mid-19th century, based on a skull and jaw fragments that suggested it was a ferocious predator.
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