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Pleistocene Britain, Swanscombe waterhole
Diorama of Pleistocene (1.8 million to 11, 000 years ago) waterhole in Swanscombe, Kent, Britain, with elephant, fallow deer, rhinoceros, bear, bison, and man living in open grassland. See image 405
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Alder Alnus Arctoidea Art And Illustration Artiodactyl Artiodactyla Bear Betulaceae Bison Bovid Bovidae Bovinae Bovine Buffalo Caniformia Carnivora Cenozoic Ceratomorpha Diorama Elephant Elephantidae Elephantoidea Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon
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1. Title: "A Gathering at the Waterhole: Pleistocene Britain's Rich Biodiversity" 2. Description: This evocative diorama transports us back to the Pleistocene epoch (1.8 million to 11,000 years ago) in Swanscombe, Kent, Britain. The scene is set at a waterhole, where life thrived in an open grassland teeming with diverse flora and fauna. The serene daytime atmosphere is filled with the sounds of nature as various species come together to quench their thirst. 3. Foreground: At the water's edge, a majestic elephant, an elephantid from the Elephantoidea family, bows its massive head to drink. Its long trunk reaches out to spray water onto its back, cooling itself in the warm day. Nearby, a powerful brown bear, a member of the Ursidae family, stands on its hind legs, observing the scene intently. 4. Midground: A herd of bison, or Bos primigenius, grazes peacefully in the lush grassland. Their large, curved horns and shaggy coats are well-adapted to their environment. Fallow deer, Dama dama, roam the area, their elegant antlers adding grace to the scene. 5. Background: A rhinoceros, a member of the Rhinocerotidae family, browses on the abundant foliage of alder trees, Alnus spp., and other Betulaceae. The trees, as dicotyledonous angiosperms, provide essential shelter and sustenance for these herbivores. Man, our ancient ancestors, can be seen in the background, using simple tools to hunt or gather food. 6. Conclusion: This diorama offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the Pleistocene era in Britain. The coexistence of various animal species, including elephants, bears, bison, and man, highlights the intricate relationships between these organisms and their environment. The scene is a testament to the beauty and complexity of life during the Cenozoic era.
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