Partial Mammoth Tusk (Alaska)

The mammoth is an extinct species of elephant that lived during the Ice Age. It was one of the largest land animals of its time, with heavy, curved tusks and a long, shaggy coat of fur to help keep it warm in the cold climate. These majestic creatures were herbivores, meaning they only ate plants, and they roamed the grasslands and tundra of North America, Europe, and Asia. Despite their massive size, mammoths were well adapted to their environment and were able to survive in harsh conditions. Sadly, they became extinct around 4,000 years ago, likely due to a combination of hunting by early humans and a changing climate. Today, scientists study mammoth fossils to learn more about these fascinating creatures and the world they lived in.

Collected in Alaska.