Skeleton of the Megatherium next to a human skeleton. Etching by W. H. Lizars.

The skeleton of a megatherium and teeth of a fossil bear. Coloured etching by S. Springsguth.

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Megatherium

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Skeleton of the Megatherium next to a human skeleton. Etching by W. H. Lizars.

The skeleton of a megatherium and teeth of a fossil bear. Coloured etching by S. Springsguth.