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Right Fore Metacarpal Bone of Paraceratherium

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Description

The front right metacarpal bone of the paraceratherium. A paleontological specimen of Miocene age (approximately 20-30 million years). The metacarpal bone of the front right limb of the paraceratherium - a large representative of rhinoceros mammals. The bone was an important element of the animal’s musculoskeletal system, providing support for body mass and participating in the movement process.

Dating period: Миоцен (20-30 млн. ж.).
Material: Bone
Technique: Animal remains
Size: ұзындығы - 23 см, биіктігі - 6,2 см, ені-4,2 см.
Category: Archaeology
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