Why Male Mammoths Lost the Game (w/ TierZoo!)

Why Male Mammoths Lost the Game (w/ TierZoo!)

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Biology, Social Studies, History

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the reasons behind the male-dominated mammoth fossil record, highlighting the dangers faced by male mammoths due to their solitary and risky behaviors. It discusses the preservation of mammoths through accidents and the implications of a male-biased fossil record on research. The video also compares mammoth and elephant social structures, suggesting that female mammoths had better survival strategies due to their matriarchal family groups.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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