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Canis Magellanicus
Illustration (plate 5) from Charles Darwins Zoology of the Voyage of the Beagle, Mammalia, Part 2, No.1, 1838

Toxodon platensis
Pleistocene specimen collected by Charles Darwin near Montevideo, Uraguay during the Voyage of the Beagle 1832-1836. Skull length is 66 cms

Beelat (aboriginal name)

Myotragus
This animal which lived around 6000 years ago was from the antelope group. Its remains have been found in the Balearic islands

Glyptodon claipes specimen on display in the Central Hall at the Natural History Museum, London. It was the most armoured of all the ice age mammals

Monodelphis fosteri, shrewish short-tailed opossum, skin and skull. Specimen taken from the Natural History Museum mammals collection

Baby mammoth
Found in the permafrost in 1977, this baby mammoth Dima, estimated to be 6-7 months old at the time of its death, was displayed in London in 1979

Stuffed primates in Gallery 1, The Natural History Museum at
Stuffed primate specimens on display at the Natural History Museum at Tring, part of the Natural History Museum, London

Fossil tooth of some extinct monstrous unknown animal from W
Plate 1 from Strata Identified by Organized Fossils by William Smith (1816-1819) (Mastodon arvernensis Croizet & Jobert from Norwich Crag, Pleistocene)

Six million year old elephant excavated during Paleontology field work, Emirate of Abu Dhabi

Excavations, Abu Dhabi
Palaeontologists from the Natural History Museum, London, excavate an fossil elephant dating back six million years during an expedition to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi

Elephant rib
An elephant rib that is approximately 6 million years old. From Paleo field trip, Emirate of Abu Dhabi

Mylodon darwinii, ground sloth toenails
13, 000 year old specimens of ground sloth toenails dating from the Pleistocene, Chile

Tooth of Hippopotamus amphibius

Ground sloth skin
Skin of the extinct ground sloth (Mylodon darwinii). This is a 13, 000 year old specimen from the Pleistocene, Chile

Homo sapiens brain
A cast of a human (Homo sapiens) brain held at the Natural History Museum, London

A Homo habilis hammerstone
A hammerstone tool discovered at the Olduvia Gorge, Tanzania dating back to between 1.85 million years ago to 1.6 million years ago

Indian gold tore and nose ring c. 1912
Annotated watercolour drawing by Oliva Fanny Tonge (1858-1949), from one of 16 sketchbooks presented to the Natural History Museum in 1952

Three unicorns
Monoceros Unicornu and Caprinonq Marinq. Tab 10 from Beschriving Van de Natuur der Vier-voetige Dieren, 1660 by I. Johnston

Megatherium skeleton
Plate 72 from Le Regne Animal Vol 2 by Georges Cuvier

Mammoth
Skeleton of the mammoth in the St. Petersburg Museum. from The World before the Deluge Figuier 1981. by Louis Figier

Diceros bicornis, horn of a black rhinoceros
A photograph of a black rhinoceros horn specimen from the collections of the Natural History Museum, London

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"Theria: A Captivating Journey Through the Animal Kingdom" Step into the world of "theria, " an enchanting realm where extraordinary creatures and their fascinating stories come to life. From the Zebra-drawn trap of Lord Walter Rothschild, showcasing his eccentric love for wildlife, to Ballyregan Bob, the legendary greyhound who captured hearts with his lightning speed. Marvel at the sheer size and strength of Megatherium, the giant ground sloth that once roamed our planet. Feel a shiver down your spine as you encounter Smilodon fatalis, the fearsome sabre-toothed cat with its razor-sharp fangs ready to strike. Gaze in awe at Physeter macrocephalus, a Sperm whale tooth that serves as a testament to nature's incredible craftsmanship. Witness Stuart Stammwitz meticulously working on a blue whale model in 1938 at The Natu - a true labor of love dedicated to these majestic marine giants. Immerse yourself in history as you explore intricate drawings depicting mammoth skeletons from ages past. Admire Petaurus breviceps ariel, better known as sugar gliders, gracefully soaring through treetops with their unique gliding abilities. Discover how humans fit into this diverse tapestry through the Pedigree of Man - tracing our lineage back through time. Behold the magnificence of Great Irish Elk alongside Megatherium; two colossal beings forever etched in our collective memory. Appreciate artistry beyond compare with Edward Donovan's masterpiece "The Wolf, " capturing both beauty and ferocity within one frame. Finally, pay homage to Guy (1946-1978), a western lowland gorilla whose presence reminds us of our shared connection with all living beings. In this captivating journey through "theria, " prepare to be amazed by nature's wonders and humbled by its diversity.