Reconstruction of Skull and Life Restoration of <i>Hadrocodium wui</i>, with Paper Clip for Scale (IMAGE)

Carnegie Museum of Natural History

Reconstruction of Skull and Life Restoration of <i>Hadrocodium wui</i>, with Paper Clip for Scale

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Reconstruction of the skull and a life restoration of Hadrocodium wui, with a paper clip (32mm or 1.25 inches) for scale. CT scans of Hadrocodium's skull revealed that the area of the brain mapped to tactile sensations from fur was enlarged. Mammals have a uniquely well developed ability to sense touch through their fur.

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Illustration: Mark A. Klingler/Carnegie Museum of Natural History

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