1838 Toxodon teeth from Darwin b
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1838 Toxodon teeth from Darwin b
Toxodon platensis fossil teeth together with the illustrations featured in George Sharfs life-sized lithograph (pl. IV) from " The Zoology of the Voyage of HMS Beagle" under the supervision of Charles Darwin, Part 1, " Fossil Mammalia" by Richard Owen (1838). Toxodon was one of the many striking extinct giant mammals that Darwin discovered while travelling overland in South America during the Voyage of the Beagle. Toxodon was named by Richard Owen (at that time a friend, but later a bitter enemy) after the curvature evident in the profile of the teeth. Toxodon means " bow tooth". Though Toxodon has no living relatives, many of the other fossils Darwin found were related to the animals still living there. Darwin wondered if they were ancestors, and in later years would cite these fossils (and also Galapagos) as " the origin of all my views"
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This print showcases the remarkable Toxodon teeth discovered by Charles Darwin during his voyage on HMS Beagle in 1838. The teeth, belonging to the extinct giant mammal Toxodon platensis, are displayed alongside detailed illustrations featured in George Sharf's life-sized lithograph from "The Zoology of the Voyage of HMS Beagle" supervised by Darwin himself. Toxodon was just one of numerous awe-inspiring creatures that Darwin encountered while exploring South America. Richard Owen, initially a friend but later a bitter enemy of Darwin, named this species after the distinct curvature evident in its tooth profile - hence its name meaning "bow tooth". Although Toxodon has no living relatives today, many other fossils found by Darwin were related to present-day animals inhabiting the region. These discoveries sparked Darwin's curiosity about whether these fossils could be ancestral forms and played a crucial role in shaping his groundbreaking theories. In later years, he would refer to these fossils (along with those from Galapagos) as "the origin of all my views". This print not only captures the beauty and intricacy of Toxodon teeth but also symbolizes an important chapter in scientific history. It serves as a testament to both Charles Darwin's pioneering spirit and his profound impact on our understanding of evolution and natural selection.
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