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The End of the Ice Age - Ecology, Functional Morphology, and Megafaunal Response to a Changing World

Offered By: Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating world of Ice Age megafauna and their response to environmental changes in this 50-minute lecture from the Royal Tyrrell Museum Speaker Series. Delve into the ecology and functional morphology of prehistoric animals as Julie Meachen from Des Moines University examines how these magnificent creatures adapted to the shifting landscape at the end of the Ice Age. Gain insights into the complex relationships between climate, habitat, and animal physiology during this pivotal period in Earth's history. Discover the latest research findings and theories about megafaunal extinctions and survivorship as the world transitioned from glacial to interglacial conditions.

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The End of the Ice Age: Ecology, Functional Morphology, and Megafaunal Response to a Changing World


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Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology

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